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![Show Contents]() Winterfeld History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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The German state of Prussia, which reached the zenith of its power in the late 19th century, is the glorious birthplace of the distinguished surname Winterfeld. In the medieval era, after the fall of the Roman Empire, the German lands were inhabited by a variety of Barbarian tribes. The borders of the Barbarian kingdoms changed frequently, but the region that became known in Prussia was roughly divided between the areas of Brandenburg-Prussia, West Prussia, and East Prussia. The colorful history of Brandenburg-Prussia, which is essentially the birthplace of modern Germany, provides a glimpse at the oldest origins of the Winterfeld family. Early Origins of the Winterfeld familyThe surname Winterfeld was first found in the Mark Brandenburg, where the name was associated with the development of an emerging nation which would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. They are one of the most ancient families associated with the Mark region, where they had their ancestral estates already under Kaiser Heinrich der Vogler. In later years the name branched into many houses, each playing a significant role in the local social and political affairs. Early History of the Winterfeld familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Winterfeld research. Another 224 words (16 lines of text) covering the years 1671, 1706 and 1719 are included under the topic Early Winterfeld History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Winterfeld Spelling VariationsOne can encounter great variation in the spelling of surnames: in early times, spelling in general, and thus the spelling of names was not yet standardized; and later, spellings would change with branching and movement of families. Variations of the name Winterfeld include Winterfeld, Winterfeldt, Winterfelder, Winterfeldter and many more. Early Notables of the Winterfeld familyNotable figures of the time with the name Winterfeld were - Hans Carl von Winterfeldt, a Prussian lieutenant general, Governor of Colberg, knight of the Order of the Black Eagle, lord of the estates Schmarsow in the Uckermark and Borschow in Silesia, who posse...
Migration of the Winterfeld familyMuch of German history has been shaped by the state of Prussia. It was an enduring military power until after the Second World War. At that time, the state was abolished altogether and its land divided between the Soviet Union, Poland, East Germany and West Germany. While some Prussians were content to remain in those countries, others moved away, many of them migrating to North America. They entered the United States mostly through Philadelphia, moving on to Ohio, Texas, Illinois, California, New York, and Maryland. Others went to Canada, settling on the prairies and in the province of Ontario. Among those of this surname listed in various historical records were: Friedrich Winterfeldt, who came to Texas with his wife and five children in 1851.
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