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Early Origins of the Gassen family

The surname Gassen was first found in Bavaria, where the name Gassen was anciently associated with the tribal conflicts of the area. They declared allegiances to many nobles and princes of early history, lending their influence in struggles for power and status within the region. They branched into many houses, and their contributions were sought by many leaders in their search for power.

Early History of the Gassen family

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Gassen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gassen, Gessenberg, Gessen, Gassenberg and others.

Early Notables of the Gassen family

Prominent among members of the name Gassen in this period include

  • the Gassen family of Bavaria


United States Gassen migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Gassen Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Edmund Gassen, who arrived in Virginia in 1731
Gassen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Didier Gassen, who settled in New Orleans in 1851
  • August Gassen, who arrived in New York, NY in 1869
  • Adolph Gustave Gassen, who arrived in California in 1871
  • Adolph G. Gassen, who settled in California in 1871


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