Seneschal
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Uisdean McCallean
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Main Entry: sen·e·schal Pronunciation: \ ˈse-nə-shəl\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, of Germanic origin; akin to Gothic sineigs old and to Old Hig h German scalc servant Date: 14th century : an agent or steward in charge of a lord's estate in feudal times The Shire of Afonlyn is the local chapter of the SCA, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to the research and reenactment of the era from approximately 600A.D. to 1650 A.D. Our Shire encompasses a geographical region comprised of Anderson, Muncie, Winchester and Richmond, Indiana. more information can be found here What are the responsibilities of the Seneschal? The "President" of the local group or Kingdom, he or she is the legal representative for the local group or Kingdom. This is taken from an Old French word which designated the head of the servants in a castle or manor, tasked with the running to the household, and in later times was given judicial tasks as well. Here you find links pertaining to those responsibilities. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about our Shire, or the SCA, and I will be happy to help! Important Seneschal Links: Midrealm Kingdom Law (PDF) Midrealm Kingdom Protocols (PDF) Midrealm Media Policy (PDF) |
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