Here's a breakdown:
* Early 1700s: Dutch whalers, seeking the lucrative trade of sea otter pelts, were among the first Europeans to explore the Aleutian Islands.
* 1787: The Dutch ship "Otter," captained by Captain James Cook, stopped in the harbor, which was known to the locals as Unalaska.
* Early 1800s: The harbor, likely because of the ship's visit, began to be referred to as "Dutch Harbor" by whalers and traders.
* 1900s: The name "Dutch Harbor" became officially recognized as the name of the harbor and nearby community.
It's important to note that the Dutch didn't actually claim or settle the area. The name simply came from the association with the ship and the Dutch whaling industry.