I have also read that a "Gentleman" was one who was weathy enough to have hired help. Therefore, he did not have to do any manual labor. This separated him from the Yoman class. Did I spell that right? It just does't look right to me. What do I know? I'm a mathematician and can't spell worth a darn. Please, don't bust my chops on that one. :-) Lonny > > "Gentleman" in the general since meant the character was of good > standing, a land owner thus also a tax payer, a respected member of the > community. >