A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Dulong family of France.
vol / wingsSwiftness and protectionJ. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)“D'arg. à un vol de sa.”
The Dulong arms were recorded in Languedoc, c. 1663.
Languedoc stretched across the south of France, a country of small towns, vineyards and old local families. Its gentry were numerous rather than grand, and a great many of them held arms even where their estates were modest.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in France in this period.
Reigning in France when the Dulong arms are first recorded.
In France, a coat of arms was a mark of honor that passed down through the male line to all legitimate descendants. Families often used the same shield without changes to show their shared heritage. If a branch wanted to stand out, they could add a small mark to their shield to show their specific place in the family tree.
The family name Dulong is deeply rooted in the historical landscape of southern France, specifically within the Languedoc region. By the year 1663, records confirm that members of the family were well-established in this area, which was known for its diverse culture and strong agricultural traditions. The name itself is topographical in origin, likely derived from the French phrase "du long," which translates to "of the long" or "from the long place." This suggests that the earliest ancestors may have lived near a prominent landmark, such as a long stretch of land, a long field, or a specific road. As the family grew, they became part of the local social fabric, likely working as farmers or tradespeople who contributed to the development of their rural communities. Over time, the name became a permanent marker of their identity, reflecting their connection to the geography of the Languedoc landscape.
Latin term meaning long, tall, or of great length.
