What are the basic rules for capitalizing proper nouns?

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What are the basic rules for capitalizing proper nouns?

The basic rules for capitalizing proper nouns are as follows:

1. Capitalize the first letter of a person's name, such as John or Mary.
2. Capitalize the first letter of a specific place or location, such as Paris or New York.
3. Capitalize the first letter of a specific organization or company, such as Apple or Microsoft.
4. Capitalize the first letter of a specific title or position, such as President or Doctor.
5. Capitalize the first letter of a specific event or holiday, such as Christmas or Independence Day.
6. Capitalize the first letter of a specific book, movie, or song title, such as Harry Potter or Titanic.
7. Capitalize the first letter of a specific historical period or era, such as the Renaissance or the Middle Ages.
8. Capitalize the first letter of a specific language or nationality, such as English or French.
9. Capitalize the first letter of a specific brand or product name, such as Coca-Cola or Nike.
10. Capitalize the first letter of a specific landmark or monument, such as the Eiffel Tower or the Statue of Liberty.