Armorial Families

'Armorial Families, a Directory of Gentlemen of Coat-Armour' is a definitive and comprehensive encyclopedic reference work on the art and science of heraldry and the lineage of the British landed gentry. Compiled by the renowned heraldic expert Arthur Charles Fox-Davies, this monumental directory serves as an authoritative guide to individuals and families entitled to bear coats of arms.The work meticulously documents the armorial bearings of the 'gentlemen of coat-armour,' providing detailed descriptions and illustrations of crests, shields, and mottos. Beyond its utility as a genealogical tool, the book offers a profound look into the social structures and honors systems of the early 20th century. Fox-Davies’ expertise ensures a rigorous examination of the laws of arms and the legitimate use of heraldic devices, making it an essential resource for historians, genealogists, and enthusiasts of vexillology and social history.Whether tracing specific family histories or exploring the broader traditions of British heraldry, 'Armorial Families, a Directory of Gentlemen of Coat-Armour' remains a foundational text in the study of ancestral identity and status.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.