Vechter History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Vechter family

The surname Vechter was first found in Hessen, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would shape European history. The name would emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Vechter family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vechter research. Another 154 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1779, 1819, 1825, 1828 and 1841 are included under the topic Early Vechter History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Vechter Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Wachter, Waechter, Wachtel, Wachterer, Wachte, Wacht and many more.

Early Notables of the Vechter family

Carl Eberhard Waechter, Lord Chamberlain at the court of Denmmark, who was raised into the nobility in 1779. He later became the Danish Ambassador to the Upper Rhine region, to Swabia, to the court of the Palatinate, as well as to the Wuerttemberg court at Stuttgart. He owned...
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Vechter migration to the United States +

Vechter Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Thiebaut Vechter, who settled in America in 1817

The Vechter Motto +

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: Industria et vigilantia
Motto Translation: By industry and vigilance.