Crossland History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEtymology of CrosslandWhat does the name Crossland mean? The origins of the Crossland name lie with England's ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It comes from when the family lived in the village of South Crosland, in the county of Yorkshire. 1 2 North and South Crossland are in the parish of Almondbury, union of Huddersfield, Upper division of the wapentake of Agbrigg, in the West Riding of Yorkshire. "The scenery in this neighbourhood is beautifully varied, consisting to a great extent of hill and dale, and the soil is rich and fertile. The chapelry of South Crossland comprises by measurement 1840 acres. The manufacture of woollen-cloth is carried on to a considerable extent." 3 Early Origins of the Crossland familyThe surname Crossland was first found in Yorkshire, where the Yorkshire Poll Tax Rolls of 1379 list "Ricardus de Crosseland, living in North Crosseland and Thomas de Cosseland (for Crossland), living in Crosselandlosse." 4 Early History of the Crossland familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Crossland research. Another 98 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1086, 1308, 1536, 1538, 1642, 1720 and 1889 are included under the topic Early Crossland History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Crossland Spelling VariationsBefore the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Crossland were recorded, including Crosland, Crosseland, Crossland, Crosseland, Crosland, Crosselonde, Crosslane and many more. Early Notables of the Crossland familyMore information is included under the topic Early Crossland Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Crossland RankingIn the United States, the name Crossland is the 7,491st most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 5
To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Crossland family emigrate to North America: Crossland Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Crossland Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Crossland Settlers in New Zealand 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: Ultra pergere Motto Translation: To advance farther.
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