Historians appear to be divided on the origins of Edward Dryden, one of the first settlers, who is thought by some to have been born in Newham, Northumberland, England. Alternatively, it has been supposed that Dryden came from Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, and that he named his new home in recognition of the new country.
Historians are divided on the origins of Edward Dryden, one of the first settlers, with some believing he was born in Newham, Northumberland, England. Others suggest he came from Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, and named his new home after the new land.