“It is a matter of some debate as to whether the duties involved cleaning the king’s anus, but the groom is known to have been responsible for supplying a bowl, water and towels and also for monitoring the king’s diet and bowel movements and liaising with the Royal Doctor about the king’s health.”

  • @ickplantOP
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    21 year ago

    I thought so. And the fact that it was a substantial title with some wealth and influence attached to it.