The Roulet Family is a

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noble family of

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. It was established by Rollet Bayard (died 1512), in the late 15th century. François Roulet of

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(1768–1845) was ennobled by Friedrich-Wilhelm III, and took the name ''de Roulet''.

Notable members

* Lorinda de Roulet American heiress, philanthropist and former president of the

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Donald Roulet Donald Eugene Roulet was a Presbyterian minister, known for involvement in Civil Rights issues within the Presbyterian Church USA. Roulet was a founding member of the Progressive Religion Coalition of Tulsa, an organization that advocates for rel ...

Presbyterian minister and civil rights activist * Vincent de Roulet United States Ambassador to Jamaica

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