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the king of england at the time, King Charles II, got it and gave it to his brother, who was the duke of york. he really didnt "found" it, it was given to him.
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Can you get quote by The Duke of York?
he is the founder of new york colony in 1624
Who was the founder of the New York Colony?
The founder of the New York Colony was James, the Duke of York.
When did the duke of york found New York?
The Duke of York founded New York in 1664.
How did duke of York founded New York?
Yes, the Duke of York owned New Netherland {New York}
What is New York state name?
The original name of New York was New Netherlands. New York was renamed after the Duke of York.
The Duke of What if your captured what colony and renamed it New York?
The Duke of York captured New Netherlands and named it New York.
Why was the name New York important to the State?
The piece of land New York is on was given to the Duke of York as payment for a debt. Naturally, the Duke named the piece of land New York because he is Duke of York.
Where did the name New York come from?
It was named for the Duke of York. And they put the word 'New" in front because there was a York in England.
What state was name after an English duke?
new york!
Who was the leader of New York?
Duke of York.
Who was New York named for?
The Duke of York
Was duke of york famous?
Yes, the Duke of York was famous. He was famous for founding the New York colony.
