M&D - Chapter 19 - p 194

[Elisabeth Romberg]

noblesse oblige (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noblesse_oblige <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noblesse_oblige>)

Noblesse oblige is a French <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_language> phrase literally meaning "obligation of Nobility". It is the concept that nobility extends beyond mere entitlements and requires the person with such status to fulfill social responsibilities, particularly in leadership roles.

Macclesfield held the honorary position as vice president at the Foundling hospital, but as it turns out on page 194, there is much, much more to being part of the ruling elite… This includes, in Macclesfield’s words, big lying, feelings of Remorse (doubt it), sacrifices… (so we’ve heard).
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