Why is Victor Harbor spelled without a “u”? Here’s the answer…
A helpful article from the Victor Harbor National Trust about the long and varied history of people attempting to spell what is now, officially, Victor Harbor.
Incidentally, as mentioned in the article, all six harbours in South Australia were renamed as “Harbors” - Victor Harbor, Outer Harbor, Franklin Harbor, Rosetta Harbor, Blanche Harbor and Yatala Harbor.
This article delves into the history behind the name of Victor Harbor, South Australia, tracing its evolution from early settlement to the present day. The town's name has undergone several changes, influenced by local Aboriginal references, early whalers, and British colonial practices. The spelling of the name has been a subject of debate, with variations including Poltong, The Point, Police Point, Victoria Harbour, Port Victor, and finally settling on Victor Harbor. The article explains the factors that led to the final change in spelling, including postal confusion and the standardization of harbour spellings in South Australia.
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