Overview
Popular Maine storyteller John McDonald describes how every town, city, and plantation in Maine got its name and adds a few stories and tidbits for good measure. From Fryeburg to Frenchboro, Caribou to Kittery, Portland to Passadumkeag, Maine towns often have fascinating stories about why and how they got their name.
What's in a Name? will give you wonderful insight, fun facts, and some little-known history about The Pine Tree State.
What's in a Name? will give you wonderful insight, fun facts, and some little-known history about The Pine Tree State.
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