Broklebank History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Broklebank familyThe surname Broklebank was first found in Cumberland, at Brocklebank, with Stoneraise, a township, in the parish of Westward, union of Wigton, Allerdale ward below Derwent. [1] [2] Early History of the Broklebank familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Broklebank research. Another 216 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1636, 1714, 1741, 1801, 1814, 1845, 1885, 1905, 1906 and 1939 are included under the topic Early Broklebank History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Broklebank Spelling VariationsThe variation in the spelling of Medieval names is a result of the lack of spelling rules in the English language prior to the last few hundred years. Before that time, scribes spelled according to sound, often varying the spelling of name within a single document. Broklebank has appeared as Brocklebank, Bricklebank and others. Early Notables of the Broklebank familyAnother 29 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Broklebank Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Broklebank familyAs the persecution of Clan families continued, they sailed for North America in increasing numbers. In most cases, they found the freedom and opportunity they sought. Land was often available and the American War of Independence allowed Scots an opportunity to solidify their independence from the English crown. These settlers and their ancestors went on to play essential roles in the forging of the nations of the United States and Canada. Among them: John Brocklebank who settled in Massachusetts in 1630; Jonathan Brocklebank settled in New England in 1736; Samuel Brocklebank settled in Massachusetts in 1630.
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto. Motto: Pro patria Motto Translation: For my country.
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