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Early Origins of the Groch family

The surname Groch was first found in Baden, where the name 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 Groch family

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Groch Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Grogg, Gregg, Grogan, Groch, Greck, Grech, Gragg and many more.

Early Notables of the Groch family

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Australia Groch migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Groch Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
  • Martin Groch, aged 28, a shoemaker, who arrived in South Australia in 1848 aboard the ship "Victoria" 1


  1. State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) VICTORIA 1848. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1848Victoria.htm


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