The Founding of New York
Previously known as New Amsterdam, the settlement came under British rule in 1664. The change in rule can be attributed to a series of events tracing back to a tiny island called Run in modern-day Malaysia.
In June 1665, the city was formally renamed New York in honour of the Duke of York, brother of King Charles II.
The city's name change occurred after international conflict between expanding and competing empires, resulting in the British acquiring the city from the Dutch.
The renaming of New Amsterdam to New York marked a significant shift in the city's history, with the British taking over as the new rulers.
Author's summary: New York was renamed in 1665.
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