Ripperda family has played an important part in the history of Europe.  One of the signers of the Peace Treaty of Munster was a Ripperda.  That treaty ended the 100 Year War and it the basis of international law.  It also established Neatherlands and Belguim as independent nations and Spanish rule.  One of the Spanish Governors of Texas was Vicente De Ripperda in the 1770's and moved the capital to Austin.   Vicente was an officer in the Spanish Army and was born in Madrid, Spain.  His father was Jon Willem Ripperda and Jon serviced as Prime Minister of Spain in 1720's.  Wigbolt Ripperda lead the defense of Harlaam, Neatherland against the Spanish Army in 1570's and lost his head over it.   In the following pages, you find more information about them and others.