House of Rochechouart
Noble family
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The House of Rochechouart is the oldest noble family in France. This powerful dynasty of the Carolingian era dates back to Foucher, supporter of Charles the Bald, who became viscount of Limoges in 876. Wikipedia
Past holder: Gabriel de Rochechouart, 1st Duke of Mortemart
Current head: Aimery, Marquis of Rochechouart; Mortemart branch: Charles-Emmanuel, Duke of Mortemart
Estate(s): Château de Rochechouart; Château de Jumilhac; Hôtel de Rochechouart (formerly)
Motto: L'Esprit surpasse la Matière; (French for 'Mind over matter')
Parent house: House of Limoges