In perpetual memory of the most high and mighty prince George Villiers, Duke, Marquess and Earl of Buckingham, Earl of Coventry, Viscount Villiers, Baron Whaddon, Lord High Admiral of England, Ireland ...

Rapid Ascendancy and Royal Patronage: While he initially started out as cup-bearer to the king, he eventually earned titles such as Knight of the Garter, Viscount Villiers, and Earl of Buckingham.