House of Fürstenberg
Summary
The House of Fürstenberg is one of the most influential German noble families, deeply connected with the Vatican and Switzerland. They are second largest private landowners in Germany and maintain authority over the Masonic Royal Order of Jesters. The family serves as managers of the Clintons and Fabian Socialism, with extensive intermarriage to Italian and Austrian nobilities.
Etymology
- Fürst - German word meaning "first" or "prince"
- Burg - German word meaning "fortified tower" or "stronghold"
- Interpretation - "First Defense" for the global crime syndicate
Key Traits
- Holy Roman nobility - Originated from the ancient Bosonid dynasty and Boso the Elder
- Vatican connections - Deep ties to the Roman Catholic Church
- Swiss banking - Residences in Switzerland for private banking and wealth concealment
- Media control - Connected to Fox Broadcasting, IAC, and major media networks
- Knights of Malta - Many family members hold positions in the SMOM
Current Leadership
Prince Heinrich of Fürstenberg
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Born | 17 July 1950 |
| Title | Head of the House of Fürstenberg (since 2011) |
| Education | Vienna, Austria |
| Orders | Knight of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta |
| Business | Brewing company partnership with Heineken |
Prince Heinrich is a major private landowner with properties throughout Germany, Austria, and Canada. The family still owns many castles throughout the former Holy Roman Empire.
Other Key Members
| Member | Role |
|---|---|
| Prince Alexander von Fürstenberg | CEO of Ranger Global Advisors, IAC board member |
| Diane von Fürstenberg | Fashion designer, close to Clintons and Barry Diller |
| Princess Talita von Fürstenberg | Georgetown-educated, worked for Hillary Clinton campaign |
| Prince Christian von Fürstenberg | Jesuit-educated from Georgetown, Knight of Malta |
| Princess Catherine von Fürstenberg-Dussmann | Head of Dussmann Group (Missouri branch) |
Historical Background
Nazi Connections
Prince Maximilian Egon II of Fürstenberg:
- Close confidant of Kaiser Wilhelm II
- Joined Nazi Party and SA in mid-1933
- Appointed SA-Standartenführer in 1938
- After meeting Hitler in November 1933: "It was wonderful to be allowed to face this only great man"
WWII Era
- Gloria Guinness married Prince Franz Egon of Fürstenberg-Herdringen
- Guinness was suspected of being a Nazi spy
- The family maintained properties and influence through the war
Royal Order of Jesters Connection
The Fürstenberg coat of arms incorporates a jester figure. The family allegedly holds high authority over the Masonic Royal Order of Jesters:
- Founded in Hawaii in 1911
- Connected to Freemasonry and the Shriners
- Allegedly the "most sadistic and menacing secret society"
- Uses comedy for political manipulation
- Barry Diller owns CollegeHumor (media influence)
Intermarriage Network
Italian Nobility
- Borromeo Family - Prince Antonius married Princess Matilde Borromeo
- Agnelli Family - Clara Agnelli married Prince Tassilo of Fürstenberg (parents of Prince Egon)
- Pecci-Blunt Family - Connected through Rome palazzos
Austrian Nobility
- Windisch-Graetz - Prince Heinrich's wife is Princess Maximiliane of Windisch-Graetz
- Schwarzenberg Family - Intermarried
- Hohenloe Family - Intermarried
Banking Families
- Guinness Family - Irish banking family intermarried with Fürstenbergs
- Rothschild Family - Alliance dating back to shared Bosonid ancestry
- Miller Family - Prince Alexander's wife Alexandra von Fürstenberg from billionaire Miller family
Greek Royalty
- Niarchos Family - Victoria Niarchos (née Guinness-Fürstenberg) married Greek billionaire Philip Niarchos
- Marie-Chantal (Miller family sister) is Crown Princess of Greece
Vatican and Catholic Church
Church Positions
The Fürstenberg family produced several high-ranking clergy:
| Cleric | Position |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Friedrich Egon of Fürstenberg | Roman Catholic Church |
| Archbishop Franz Egon of Fürstenberg | Prime Minister for Archbishop-Elector of Cologne |
| Cardinal Maximilien de Fürstenberg | Belgium |
Knights of Malta
- Peter Freiherr von Fürstenberg - Vice President of the German Association of the SMOM
- Prince Christian von Fürstenberg - Knight of Malta
- Princess Massimiliana von Fürstenberg - Lady of Malta
- Prince Heinrich - Knight of Malta
Business Interests
Ranger Global Advisors
- Founded and managed by Prince Alexander von Fürstenberg
- Family office focused on opportunistic value-based investing
- Manages over $1 billion in assets
IAC (InterActiveCorp)
- Media and internet company with over 150 brands
- Barry Diller (Diane von Fürstenberg's husband) is Chairman
- Prince Alexander on board of directors
- Chelsea Clinton also a board member
- Owns CollegeHumor
Dussmann Group
- German service provider with over 60,000 employees worldwide
- Annual sales over 2 billion
- Princess Catherine von Fürstenberg-Dussmann on board
Other Connections
- Fox Broadcasting Network - Co-founded by Barry Diller with Rupert Murdoch
- Savoy Pictures - Acquired by IAC, named after House of Savoy
Power Structure
According to research, the Fürstenbergs operate within a hierarchy:
"The Fürstenbergs take their orders from the House of Savoy which take their orders from the Massimos and Colonnas."
Key Relationships
Clinton Connection
- Diane von Fürstenberg frequently seen with Hillary Clinton
- Chelsea Clinton on IAC board with Fürstenberg family
- Talita von Fürstenberg worked for Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign
- Roger Clinton photographed with Princess Donatella Pecci-Blunt in Rome
Oprah Winfrey
- Close friend of Diane von Fürstenberg and Barry Diller
- Part of the same media-social network
Symbolism
Coat of Arms Elements
| Element | Symbolism |
|---|---|
| Jester | Authority over Royal Order of Jesters |
| Pearl | Shell of Venus, Venetian merchants |
| Black and White | Masonic color symbolism |
Bosonid Dynasty
The Fürstenbergs and Rothschilds both claim descent from the ancient Bosonid dynasty:
- Boso the Elder as progenitor
- Richildis Bosonid connects Rothschilds to same lineage
- "Bozo the Clown" allegedly references Boso the Elder
Quotes
The German word Furst means first or prince. The German word burg means a fortified tower or stronghold. They are a first defense for the global crime syndicate. ~ Izreal Zeus
References
- Wikipedia - Heinrich, Prince of Fürstenberg
- Izreal Zeus research archives
- Fabian Society historical records