Groch History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Early Origins of the Groch family

The surname Groch was first found in Baden, where the name 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.

Early History of the Groch family

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Groch Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Grogg, Gregg, Grogan, Groch, Greck, Grech, Gragg and many more.

Early Notables of the Groch family

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Groch migration to Australia +

Groch Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Martin Groch, aged 28, a shoemaker, who arrived in South Australia in 1848 aboard the ship "Victoria" 1

Historic Events for the Groch family +

USS Indianapolis

John Thomas Groch, American crew member on board the ship "USS Indianapolis" when she was on a top secret trip for the first nuclear weapon, she was sunk by Japanese Navy on 30th July 1945, he was one of the many who were killed in the sinking due to exposure, dehydration, saltwater poisoning and shark attacks 2

Sources +

State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) VICTORIA 1848. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1848Victoria.htm
Final Crew List, retrieved 2021, October 30th Retrieved from https://www.ussindianapolis.com/final-crew