Hmm, oh, yes, DDT you must be right. He probably was too modest to have people thinking he was naming this city after himself.
But I disagree about where you learn about St. Peter. I would expect...
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Hmm, oh, yes, DDT you must be right. He probably was too modest to have people thinking he was naming this city after himself.
But I disagree about where you learn about St. Peter. I would expect...
Goran, ok, sorry for being facetious, but you have a point. And someone above gave you the right answer. Peter I (the Great), who built the Northern Capital on swampland around 1700, was enamoured of...
Goran, I'm glad you are thanking everyone for their explanations, but mostly they are just pulling your leg.
Your question is akin to asking "Why is it 'New' York"? is there an Old York somewhere?...
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