Overview

A look at the lives of the last 24 non royal Dukes of England in the 21st century and some are of their homes. Over the centuries, monarchs created dukedoms for a variety of reasons, such as a way to reward major war heroes or acknowledge a king's illegitimate son. The last dukedom was created by Queen Victoria in 1889 and it is unlikely any more will ever be created. What will become of those who remain? Do they have power and wealth?