Westerhusen

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WESTERHUSEN

State : Niedersachsen
District (Kreis) : Aurich (until 1976 Norden)
Incorporated into : 1976 Hinte

Official blazon

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Origin/meaning

The lion is derived from the arms of the Howerda family, lords of Westerhusen and neighbouring villages in the 15^th century. The spurs are taken from the arms of Norden to symbolise the historical relation to this city.