House of Montmorency
The House of Montmorency (pronounced [mɔ̃.mɔ.ʁɑ̃.si]) was one of the oldest and most distinguished noble families in France.
Montmorency | |
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Noble house | |
Coat of arms of the House of Montmorency | |
Country | Kingdom of France |
Founded | c. 997 |
Founder | Bouchard I of Montmorency |
Motto | Dieu ayde le premier baron chrestien (God help the first Christian baron) |
Cadet branches | House of Laval |
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