In 1490, the von Thurn und Taxis clan organized a postal line between European cities.

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The Thurn und Taxis family eventually won the lucrative position of postmasters-general for the Holy Roman Empire.

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The homes earmarked for closure include Arbor House, Elizabeth House, Herrick Lodge, Cooper House, Nuffield House, and Thurn Court in Thurnby Lodge.

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The young billionaire brat pack could learn a thing or two from dashing 24-year-old German Prince Albert von Thurn und Taxis, who is truly living a near fairy-tale existence.

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