Vorsten History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Vorsten familyThe surname Vorsten was first found in Belgium, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Brabant, an ancient duchy from 1190 onward. Within the province Brussels and Louvain are the major cities and the smaller Clabecq, Tubize and Wavre towns. Other towns include Vilvorde, Tirlemont and Hal. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family. Early History of the Vorsten familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vorsten research. Another 81 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1674, 1757, 1793 and 1795 are included under the topic Early Vorsten History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vorsten Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Foernsler, Vorselaer, Fehrsen, Fersen, Feurlein, Feurstein and many more. Early Notables of the Vorsten familyMore information is included under the topic Early Vorsten Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Vorsten familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Joseph Feurstein, who settled in America in 1828; Jean Feurstein, who arrived in America in 1864; Friedrich Foernsler, who settled in Pennsylvania in 1866.
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