How might a second-born son hope to achieve success under the system of primogeniture?

In the system of primogeniture, the oldest son inherits from the parents (that is, usually the father). That means that other sons have to look for "luck" in other places. This usually meant being trained to be a knight (and hope to start a new family line) or, more rarely, becoming a priest and hoping for a career in the church.

Answered by WorldCitizen | 2024-06-10

n the system of primogeniture, the oldest son inherits from the parents

Answered by joshbarr101 | 2024-06-11

A second-born son can achieve success under primogeniture by pursuing a military career, a religious position, advantageous marriage, establishing a branch family, or engaging in trade. These routes provide opportunities for wealth and status despite the system favoring the eldest son. Each option reflects distinct possibilities for a younger son to carve out his own legacy.
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Answered by WorldCitizen | 2024-12-26