Download or read book Uncovering the Origin of 1 001 Unique Place Names In Newfoundland and Labrador written by Jennifer Leigh Hill and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-29 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Planning a trip to Newfoundland. If yes, this book is for you. It is a totally unique book about Newfoundland and Labrador, a totally unique province. Starting with Abraham's Cove and ending with Zoar, the author has "uncovered" the history behind the origin of 1,001 place names. Not only are communities both large and small included, "water features", such as lakes and rivers along with "terrain features", such as mountains and peninsulas are also covered. In addition, the names of the numerous National and Provincial Parks are also examined. For each place name, the author has attempted to put the name into a "context," be it, for example, historical (such as where the earlier settlers came from or who it was named after) or geographical (such as being named after a particular type of physical feature of the area). Specifically, the Five Ws of place names are examined - What is its name? Who named it? When was it named? Where is it located? Why was it given its name? and if it changed over time, Why was it changed and What is the new name? Tracing the history of settlement and the influence of ethnic groups on where they chose to live, in particular, the English, Irish, Scottish, French, and Portuguese are also examined and how each ethnic group left their "mark" on the naming of places in the Province, names such as Bristol's Hope (English), Ballyhack (Irish), St. Andrew's (Scottish), Baie Verte (French) and Cavo laboradore or Labrador Cape (Portuguese). Again, the focus is on the Five Ws of settlement and the following questions were asked: Who were the first to settle? What is the difference between a settlement and a colony? When (and why) did the French settlers basically get ousted from the island? Where did most of the Scots first settle and Why did they settle in specific areas on the west side of the island as opposed to others who typically settled on the East? In addition, the travels of some of the early explorers, including Columbus and Cabot are examined, along with the work by some of the early surveyors and cartologists, such as Cook and Cormack are examined, among others. In looking at the topology of the land, terms that might not be familiar to those who have never visited Newfoundland and Labrador are identified, and examples given. Water Features such as bights, bottoms, dribbles, gullies, holes, rattles, and tickles are defined, along with Terrain Features, such as brandies, blow me downs, drokes, hummocks, knobs, sinkers and tolts. Communities that are named after such features, for example Barachois Point, Bottomless Pond, Cow Head, Snug Cove and of course, the more recognizable, Joe Batt's Arm and Nicky's Nose are included. A lot of what has been written about NL's place name, has emphasized those place names that bring a "smile to one's face" (e.g., Bareneed, Come by Chance and Dildo), however, the focus of this book is more on trying to find out why such names were chosen, so the history behind the choice of names, such as Gallows Hill, Mistaken Cove and Unfortunate Cove, is explained. All place names have some sort of "history" attached to them; the intent of this book is to examine that history. Part history book, part travel book, it is the hope that the material contained will be of interest to not only Newfoundlanders but as well as to potential visitors to this wonderful province. It is the hope of the author that by reading this book, perhaps more people will consider traveling to this "unique" place, with so many "unique" places, and such a "unique" history. How many places can you visit out of the 1,001?

Download or read book The Origin and Meaning of Place Names in Canada written by George Henry Armstrong and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-08-30 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Origin and Meaning of Place Names in Canada is an engaging geographical study penned by Canadian author George Henry Armstrong. This book presents an intriguing exploration of the stories behind Canada's place names, enriching our understanding of the country's diverse cultural heritage. Armstrong's thorough research and clear writing style make this a fascinating read for geography enthusiasts and curious readers alike.

Download or read book Newfoundland and Labrador Place Names written by David Scott and published by . This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Finding Your Canadian Ancestors written by Sherry Irvine and published by Finding Your Ancestors. This book was released on 2007 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book guides you through the complexities of Canadian genealogical records, from provincial and ecclesiastical archives to the extensive holdings of Library and Archives Canda. Combining traditional, hands-onn techniques with introductions to the latest online resources, this book gives you the best start on the hunt for your canadian roots.

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Download or read book A Short History of Newfoundland written by Moses Harvey and published by London: W. Collins. This book was released on 1890 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Text book of Newfoundland History for the Use of Schools and Academies written by Moses Harvey and published by London ; Glasgow : W. Collins. This book was released on 1890 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Vikings to U Boats written by Gerhard Bassler and published by McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP. This book was released on 2014-06-22 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first German arrived in Newfoundland with Leif Eirikson's Viking expedition. By 1914 St. John's was home to a vibrant German community while a Moravian enclave thrived in Labrador. Contemporary Newfoundland, however, remembers its German heritage largely in terms of U-Boat captains and local spies. Gerhard Bassler reveals what was lost when almost all earlier memories of Germans in Newfoundland and Labrador vanished.

Download or read book Pre Columbian Trans Oceanic Contact written by Jerald Fritzinger and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-03-14 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pre-Columbian Trans-Oceanic Contact examines the discovery and settlement of The New World hundreds and even thousands of years before Christopher Columbus was born.