The surname Vakenstein was first found in Bavaria, where the name Vachenstein 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.
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Early History of the Vakenstein family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vakenstein research. Another 116 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1522 and 1665 are included under the topic Early Vakenstein History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vakenstein Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Vachenstein, Vachen, Vacheres, Vechten, Vochem, Fechen and many more.
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Early Notables of the Vakenstein family
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Migration of the Vakenstein family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Simon Faucher, who settled in Virginia in 1700; Michael Vachen, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1743; Frederick H. Faucher, who arrived in New York in 1832.
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