Chancellor of Germany was usually held by Archbishops of Mainz. The title was, at times, used in several states of German-speaking Europe. The modern office of chancellor was established with the North German Confederation, of which Otto von Bismarck became "Bundeskanzler" (meaning "Federal Chancellor") in 1867. With the enlargement of this federal state to the German Empire in 1871, the title was renamed to "Reichskanzler" (meaning "Chancellor of the Realm"). With Germany's constitution of 1949, the title of "Bundeskanzler" was revived. During the various eras, the role of the chancellor has varied. From 1867 to 1918, the chancellor was the only responsible minister
The Elder Statesman (brand) the brand was known for its knitwear, was carried in stores worldwide, had 25 employees and had relocated to a Culver City factory. In June 2014, the company opened up an online store. The brand is expected to open its first store in Los Angeles in late 2014. Chiat had previously been chief executive officer of niche Australian denim brand Ksubi. In December 2011, Justin Doss of "GQ" selected The Elder Statesman as his editor's pick. In 2012, founder Greg Chait was recognized with the $300,000 CFDA/"Vogue" Fashion Fund Award. During New York Fashion Week in February 2014, the brand