Mauroy History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Mauroy familyThe surname Mauroy was first found in Champagne, where the family has been traced to ancient times. Pierre Maury (c.1282-1324) was a shepherd in the Comté de Foix known for his depositions to Bishop Jacques Fournier who was hunting for Cathar heretics. He plays a prominent role in the French historian Emmanuel Le Roy Ladurie's study "Montaillou, village occitan de 1294 à 1324." Early History of the Mauroy familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Mauroy research. Another 172 words (12 lines of text) covering the years 1444, 1665, 1700, 1718, 1748, 1775 and 1885 are included under the topic Early Mauroy History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Mauroy Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Mauroy, Mauroys, Mauroit, Mauroits, Mauroi, Mauroie, Mauroies, Maurroy, Maurroys, Maurroit, Maurroits, Maurroi, Maurroie, Maurroies, de Mauroy and many more. Early Notables of the Mauroy familyMore information is included under the topic Early Mauroy Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Mauroy Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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: Dampne n'es pas Motto Translation: Damned are not
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