Early Years
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EARLY YEARS
Roerich. Scandinavian in origin, the name means “Rich in Glory”. According to the family legend, it dates back to the time of the Vikings. One of the early Roerichs was head of the Knights Templar in the thirteenth century. Others served as politicians and military leaders.
On October 9 (September 27, old style), 1874, Konstantin Roerich received congratulations on the birth of his first son.