Kershe History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Kershe familyThe surname Kershe was first found in Saxony, where the family was anciently associated with the political and religious 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. The family founded numerous branches, many of which acquired manors and estates in surrounding regions, where they contributed to the prosperity of their society. Early History of the Kershe familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kershe research. Another 144 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1639, 1670, 1710, 1720 and 1792 are included under the topic Early Kershe History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kershe Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Kirsche, Kirsch, Kirsh, Kirshe, Cirsche, Cirsch, Cirsh, Cirshe, Kirschke (Silesia), Kersch, Kersh, Kersche and many more. Early Notables of the Kershe familyProminent bearers of the family name Kershe at this time were Gottfried Kirch (Kirche, Kirkius) (1639-1710), a German astronomer and the first 'Astronomer Royal' in Berlin, Director of... Migration of the Kershe familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Adam Kirsch, who came to America in 1709 at the age of 31 with his wife, son, and two daughters. Conrad, Johann Jacob, and Georg Kirsch all settled in Pennsylvania in 1744.
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