Arms of assumption are personal heraldic achievements claimed as a spoil of war, specifically, the coat of arms of a person defeated in battle who surrenders them to the victor in exchange for his life, or, which are claimed by the victor upon the death of the defeated. According to one source, arms of assumption have been considered more honorable than arms received through …

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Assumption of Arms. While in the continent of Europe assumption of arms has mostly remained free, in some countries arms may not be assumed or changed at will. In particular, there is some basis for the claim that it is unlawful to assume arms in …

10/11/2011 · Assumption of Arms. 10 November 2011. 29 April 2014. ~ Jeremy B. Blevins. Over the past several years, I’ve become quite a fan of Heraldry. I remember stories and seeing pictures growing up of the “family crest”.