Founding of Halifax, Nova Scotia
- When
- 1749
- Where
- Halifax Peninsula
- Episodes
- 1
In 1749, Governor Edward Cornwallis established Halifax as a new capital for Nova Scotia, replacing Annapolis Royal. The settlement was founded on the Halifax Peninsula on June 21, 1749, and named in honor of George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax.
Episodes
Background and detail
Establishment of the Settlement. Governor Edward Cornwallis arrived with 13 transports and a sloop of war to found the town. He established the settlement on the Halifax Peninsula on June 21, 1749. The area, previously known as Chebucto, was named in honor of George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax.
People involved
- Edward Cornwallis · Governor who founded Halifax
- George II · King who ordered the establishment
- George Montagu-Dunk, 2nd Earl of Halifax · Honoree of the settlement's name
Sources
- Halifax, Nova Scotia Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21
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