What is an Illustrious Potentate Anyway?
You've probably seen the term illustrious potentate on an old plaque or heard it mentioned in a movie and wondered if someone was just making up fancy words. It sounds like something out of a fantasy novel or a dusty history book from the 1800s, but it's actually a title that still carries a lot of weight in very specific circles. While the average person might not use it while ordering a coffee or chatting at the office, for a certain group of people, it's the highest honor they can achieve. ...