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New Amsterdam. They were Dutch until the Duke of York took it away from them to create New York.
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What nation founded the colony that became New York?
The Netherlands were the original founders. (I'm pretty sure) That is why it was called New Nether lands. Then through a series of acts it was eventually given to the duke of York., who named it New York.
Why did th founders of New York leave Europe to find New York?
because they wanted to
Why was New York found and who found it and where?
The Dutch actually were the first founders of New York.It was named Nieuw Amsterdam.The founders were Peter Minuit and Henry Hudson.It became New York after the English sent warships to Dutch and usurped Nieuw Amsterdam renamimg it New York after the Duke of 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.
What is the original name for the timberland 40 below boots?
Some call them Super Timberlands in New York they call them 40 Bellows the original name is the Timberland Iditarod Boot.
Was New Netherlands the original name for New York?
New Netherlands is the original settlement name for New York
Why did the founders leave Europe to find New York?
they want freedom of belief
When did New York Call end?
New York Call ended in 1923.
When was New York Call created?
New York Call was created in 1908.
What is the original name of New York and why?
Nueva york
Why did people call New York as New York?
because its new york XD
When was the New York colony settled?
The Colony of New York was founded in 1664. New Netherland was founded in 1624. The Duke of York took it from the founders and renamed it New York in 1664.
