What was St. John's called in the poetry of Donnchadh Ruadh Mac Conmara?
Baile Sheáin
San Juan de Pasajes
São João
Johnstown
Answer
In the poetry of Donnchadh Ruadh Mac Conmara (1715–1810), St. John's was referred to as Baile Sheáin (Johnstown). This name was also used among speakers of the Irish language in Newfoundland.
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