Wandler History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Wandler familyThe surname Wandler was first found in Galloway (Gaelic: Gall-ghaidhealaibh), an area of southwestern Scotland, now part of the Council Area of Dumfries and Galloway, that formerly consisted of the counties of Wigtown (West Galloway) and Kirkcudbright (East Galloway), where they held a family seat on the English/Scottish border. After the Norman Conquest of England many of Duke William's rebellious Barons moved north. The border became a convenient but turbulent no-man's land where the persecuted Many were given land by King Malcolm Canmore and later by King David of Scotland. Some were native Scots. In the 16th century they became known as the 'unruly clans'. The name was first recorded in Scotland in Galloway. Early History of the Wandler familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Wandler research. Another 46 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Wandler History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Wandler Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Whannell, Whannel, Wannel, Wannell, MacWhannell, Whonnell, Whonnel, MacWhannall, MacWhannel, Whandle, MacWhan and many more. Early Notables of the Wandler familyMore information is included under the topic Early Wandler Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Wandler 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: Nuncia pacis Motto Translation: A messenger of peace.
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