The chief usually named the tanist while he was living, and the individual bore the title during the remaining lifetime of the chief. |
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While it was not the rule for the king to be killed by his tanist, it was not uncommon either. |
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Following the tanist in the hierarchy of the clan is the commander or military leader. |
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The tanist shall receive the ancient and honorable coronet of the Principality according to the traditions of the Principality. |
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When the chieftain or king died, his tanist would automatically succeed him. |
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Sometimes there would be more than one tanist at a time and they would succeed each other in order of seniority. |
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