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Meaning of the colors on the Smith family crestsssss--------00000

Gules (red) - represents the Smith's family military strength and early warrior history.

Sable (black) - symbolises the faithful nature and dependability of Smith family members.

Argent (silver) - signifies sincerity and peace.

 

 Meaning of the symbols on the Smith family crest

Hammers - signifies the Smith's historical trade.

Fleur-de-lis - represents purity, light and religious connections including connections of the Virgin Mary. 

Stork and fish - close parental bonds and trueness of mind.

 

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What are the Smith family known for?

The Smith family first came to prominence in the early days of the British Isles. They were a powerful and influential family, and their name was associated with some of the most famous figures in British history.

The Smiths were a major force in the development of the British Empire, and they played a significant role in the American Revolution.

The family has also been associated with some of the most important figures in American history, including George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.

The Smith family has always been a force for good in the world, and they have made a significant impact on both British and American history.

They are a family of great importance, and their legacy will continue to shape the course of both countries for generations to come. 

 

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Summary of the Smith family and the smith family crest

• The Smith name is derived from the Old English word smitan, meaning "to strike or hammer” and is derived from the Old English word "smitan", meaning "to smite or hit". 

• The Smith family can trace its roots back to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. 

• The Smiths were one of the original families of the Scottish Highlands. 

• The Smith name is the second most common surname in the United Kingdom. 

• Smith is the second most common surname in the United Kingdom, after Jones. 

• The earliest recorded use of the name Smith in England is from 1204, in the county of Suffolk.

• The Smith family has been in existence in England since the Norman Conquest of 1066. 

• The Smith name is of Norman French origin, and may also originally have been known as de Smit. 

• The first recorded use of the name Smith in the United States is from 1620, in the colony of Virginia. 

• Smith is the most common surname in the United States, with an estimated 2.3 million Smiths living in the country. 

• The first recorded use of the name Smith in Australia is from 1788, in the colony of New South Wales.