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![Show Contents]() Bruhns Surname History
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A variety of prominent surnames, such as the name Bruhns, were formed in the lands which became the modern German state of Prussia, known its beauty, industry and military power. However, in the medieval era, Prussia was fragmented and inhabited by numerous barbarian tribes, who fought amongst themselves for control of the land. The borders of the barbarian kingdoms, which were established after the fall of the Roman Empire, changed repeatedly. The region that came to be known as Prussia was roughly divided between the territories of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia and East Prussia. The Bruhns family emerged in Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany. By the 19th century, Brandenburg-Prussia had incorporated East Prussia, West Prussia and many other German territories. Moreover, in the late 19th century, it led the German states in the unification of Germany. Early Origins of the Bruhns familyThe surname Bruhns was first found in Brandenburg, where the name Brunn was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. Early History of the Bruhns familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bruhns research. Another 59 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1665 and 1697 are included under the topic Early Bruhns History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Bruhns Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Brunn, Bruen, Bruennen, Bruenne, Brunne, Brune, Brunes, Bruene, Bruhn, Bruehn, Bruhnne, Bruehnne, Bruhne, Bruehne, Bronn, Broenn, Bron, Broen, Bronnen, Broennen, Bronne, Broenne, Brone, Broene, Brones, Broenes, Brohn, Broehn, Brohnne, Broehnne, Brohne and many more. Early Notables of the Bruhns familyNotable figures of the time with the name Bruhns were - Nicolaus Bruhns (1665-1697), a Danish-German organist, violinist, and composer, one of the most prominent organists and composers of his generation
Migration of the Bruhns familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Johan Daniel Brunn, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1736; Wilhelm Breuner who arrived in America in 1836; Gertrud Brune who arrived at New Orleans in 1845.
| Contemporary Notables of the name Bruhns (post 1700) | + |
- Karl Christian Bruhns (1830-1881), German astronomer
- Júlia da Silva Bruhns (1851-1923), Brazilian wife of German politician Johann Heinrich Mann, mother of Thomas Mann and Heinrich Mann
- Birte Bruhns (b. 1970), German middle-distance runner for East Germany who had for gold medals in the European Junior Championships (1987-1989)
- George Frederick William "Arthur" Bruhns (1874-1928), German composer, pianist, and organist from Silesia
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