Monday, July 14, 2008

How Old is New York City?

This is still an issue for debate. According to the city government, NYC was "founded" in 1625. The Dutch sailors came in 1624 but didn't charter "New Amsterdam" until 1653. I think 1653 should be the birthday year since that's when this area was officially declared a city. Seems obvious to me.

Hmmm? I guess cities are the opposite of people: when they lie about their age, they make themselves older.

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