Herman Domans in Höxter
The Dohmann Genealogy Pages identify Herman Domans as a Geshworener, or judge, of Höxter. Surviving records reportedly mention him in 1391, 1392, 1396, and 1401.
Research timeline
Follow the evidence through time
This timeline brings related surname research into one readable view. Labels distinguish broader Dohmann history from the direct Dohman line this family archive is still documenting.
- 1390–1400
Related surname record - 1485–1700s
Related surname record A Dohmann family near Corvey
Related family research describes Dohmann vassals serving the abbots of Corvey and living around Amelunxen and Ottbergen. The exact succession is incomplete in the earliest period.
- c. 1574–1672
Documented related branch Thies Doman of Amelunxen
A tenure letter of 1645 refers to Thies Doman as the oldest member of the clan. One documented Dohmann branch continues from his descendants.
- 1753–1826
Documented related branch Johann Heinrich Dohman moves to Borgholz
He is described as the progenitor of the Borgholz branch, which later produced German and American lines.
- 1999
Published history Sandebeck to Weesatche
Edgar L. Dohmann publishes a 255-page family history with more than 100 photographs and an every-name index covering one Texas-connected branch.
- 2009
Digital history The online genealogy pages stand as a reference
The Dohmann Genealogy home page records its last modification in July 2009. Its research remains useful even as the presentation and links age.
- 2026
Living archive Dohman.com opens a new chapter
A modern archive begins with a commitment to sources, privacy, family participation, and a clear line between known history and open questions.