> They were promised a seat in the ruling class. Where was this promise given? I am not aware of such a promise. :-( Addendum: I am really surprises that you

> They were promised a seat in the ruling class. Where was this promise given? I am not aware of such a promise. :-( Addendum: I am really surprises that you claim such a promise existed, since a seat in the ruling class requires a very different training and different qualifications (even completely ignoring "soft entry barriers" like habits).