BANZHAF FAMILY NAME AND COAT OF ARMS

According to old family records, the Banzhaf family tree dates from 1320 in Ulm, Germany, and Prof. Banzhaf can trace his heritage back to the 15th century.  This Banzhaf Family Coat of Arms was granted around the late 1400's by King Frederick, 4th son of Ernest, Duke of Austria, who was crowned in 1452.  The colors of Gerstetten Germany were granted by Count Ebberhardt of Gerstetten. The words across the top generally mean "Crest of the Banzhafs." The motto at the bottom means "EVER FORWARD" or "ALWAYS FORWARD."  Below that is another image showing just the shield portion.