Helmore History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Helmore family

The surname Helmore was first found in Austria, 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. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Helmore family

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Helmore Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Helm, Helm, Helmm, van den Helm and others.

Early Notables of the Helmore family

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Helmore migration to Australia +

Helmore Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Mr. James Helmore, English convict who was convicted in Devon, England for 14 years, transported aboard the "Barossa" on 9th May 1844, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 1
Mrs. Mary Helmore, aged 50, a domestic servant, who arrived in South Australia in 1856 aboard the ship "Nimroud"
Charles Helmore (aged 20), a labourer, who arrived in South Australia in 1856 aboard the ship "Hooghly" 2
William Helmore, aged 35, a mason, who arrived in South Australia in 1856 aboard the ship "Lord Hungerford"
John Helmore, aged 24, a labourer, who arrived in South Australia in 1859 aboard the ship "Clara"

Historic Events for the Helmore family +

HMS Royal Oak

William Leonard Helmore (1900-1939), British Petty Officer with the Royal Navy aboard the HMS Royal Oak (1939) when she was torpedoed by U-47 and sunk; he died in the sinking 3

Sources +

Convict Records Voyages to Australia (Retrieved 24th September 2020). Retrieved from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/barossa
South Australian Register. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) Rodney 1856. Retrieved http://www.theshipslist.com/ships/australia/rodney1856.shtml
Ships hit by U-boats crew list HMS Royal Oak (08) - (Retrieved 2018 February, 9th) - retrieved from https://uboat.net/allies/merchants/crews/ship68.html