Schecter History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Schecter family

The surname Schecter 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 West Flanders, a province in Belgium, originally Bruges. Within this province the notable towns are Bruges, the capital city, Ostend, Courtrai, Furnes, Thielt, Ypres and Roulers. 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 Schecter family

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Schecter Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Schaegen, Scheagen, Schaeggen, Schaegenn, Schaegene, Schaegenes, Schaegens, Schaagen and many more.

Early Notables of the Schecter family

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Schecter migration to the United States +

Schecter Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Harry Schecter, who settled in Alabama in 1906

Contemporary Notables of the name Schecter (post 1700) +

Gordon E. Schecter, American fighter pilot and flying ace in the U.S. Navy, during World War II, credited with 5 aerial victories
Sheldon D. Schecter, American Democratic Party politician, Delegate to Democratic National Convention from Ohio, 1972 1
Maurice Schecter (1904-2001), American Democratic Party politician, Member of Missouri State House of Representatives, 1935-40; Member of Missouri State Senate 13th District, 1961-76 2

Sources +

The Political Graveyard: Alphabetical Name Index. (Retrieved 2015, November 23) . Retrieved from http://politicalgraveyard.com/alpha/index.html