Van Foreest
Van Foreest is the name of an aristocratic family that most probably originates from the region of Aachen, Germany, but is already found in the County of Holland in the 13th century. The family was already noble from earliest times ("Uradel"). In the early modern period, the family played a role in the city councils of Haarlem, Delft and Alkmaar. Members of the family are jonkheer.
van Foreest | |
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noble family | |
Country | Netherlands |
Founded | 13th century |
Founder | Richolfus de Foresto |
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