The surname Besseler was first found in Basel, where the name Basler came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as branches of the house acquired estates in new areas which, combined with their great contributions to society, served to elevate their social status.
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Early History of the Besseler family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Besseler research. Another 112 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1574, 1583, 1625, 1633, 1689 and 1742 are included under the topic Early Besseler History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Besseler Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Basler, Basller, Baseler, Baseller, Bassler, Basseler, Basseller, Baselen, Baeseler, Beseler, Baselar, Baeselar, Beseler, Baeselen, Beselen, Baessler, Bessler, Baesseler and many more.
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Early Notables of the Besseler family
Notables of the time with the surname Besseler were Samuel Besler (1574-1625), German composer who served as Kantor of St. Bernhard's in Breslau. His work was wide ranging and included carols and graces as well as works for double choirs in celebration of state occasions. His brother Simon... Another 48 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Besseler Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Migration of the Besseler family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Henrich Basler came to Philadelphia, Pa. in 1732; Conrad Basler arrived in Carolina in 1738; with his wife and child; Jacob Basler settled in Philadelphia in 1750.
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