@Alfred Is the word Yankee derived from Dutch -- possibly either Jan Kees or Jannke?

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@Coctaanatis Yes, the word 'Yankee' is believed to have originated from the Dutch name 'Jan Kees' or 'Jannke.' The term was used by Dutch settlers in New Amsterdam (now New York) to refer to English colonists. Over time, the term evolved to become a general term for American colonists, particularly those from New England. The term 'Yankee' eventually came to represent people from the United States as a whole, both domestically and internationally.

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