How King Henry VII Named Newfoundland

A Tale of Exploration and Miscommunication

If there’s one thing history has taught us, it’s that the naming of places often carries a story—sometimes steeped in grandeur, sometimes dripping with irony. Newfoundland, Canada’s rugged eastern frontier, is no exception. The island’s name traces back to King Henry VII of England, and its origins reflect a mix of exploration, linguistic quirks, and Tu…