Arms of the Association des familles Nau
Arms of the Association des familles Nau
Blazon
Quarterly Azure and Vert a cross Argent between in the first and fourth quarters a bunch of grapes leaved and in the second and third quarters four ears of wheat also leaved all Or the cross surmounted by an open book Argent edged Or bound Gules;
Symbolism
The bunch of grapes symbolizes Turquant, in the Loire Valley, and Anjou, the wine country from where the family’s ancestor, François Nau, originated. The wheat sheaf represents agriculture, which from the beginning of colonization onwards occupied generations of Naus. The open book reflects the activities of numerous Naus. The central cross represents the inspiration for these activities.
Crest of the Association des familles Nau
Blazon
On waves barry wavy Argent and Azure issuant from a coronet composed of a ring Or jeweled Azure heightened alternately with fleurs-de-lis Or and maple leaves Gules a sailing ship Or sails Argent flags Gules;
Symbolism
The gold sailing ship with three white masts recalls the ocean crossing of François Nau from La Rochelle, as well as the numerous Nau sailors, wheelmen, pilots and captains originating from Deschambault and vicinity.
Motto of the Association des familles Nau
Blazon
AIME ET VA;
Symbolism
AIME ET VA “Love and go” (your way) expresses in a few words the realities and aspirations of the Nau family.
