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Why Is New York Called Gotham? [Solved]
Etymology. When originally used in England, the meaning of the place name Gotham was literally “homestead where goats are kept”, from Old English gāt (“goat”) + hām (“home”). As nickname for New York City, first used 1807 by Washington Irving in his Salmagundi Papers.
Where Does the Name Gotham Come From?
First video! Let me know what you think in the comments, or email me at montygreenhistory@gmail.com. Intro 0:00-1:15,
Unique New York: Washington Irving and the Origins of Gotham
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Defending Gotham in 1814: Why New York City is NOT the Home of the Star-Spangled Banner
Host Richard Comstock and author Richard V. Barbuto discuss the defense of
