Etymology

Wellington County

Wel·ling·ton Coun·ty

Today it means: A county in southwestern Ontario, Canada. County seat: Guelph. Full definition →

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The story

Named after British military officer Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769 - 1852).

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