Historical Events tagged with "trading rights"

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Economics & Industry

New Netherland Company Seeks Trading Rights

October 11th, 1614 410 years ago

The New Netherland Company submitted a formal application to the States General of the Netherlands for exclusive trading rights in the area that is now the northeastern United States. This initiative was driven by the burgeoning interest in trade, particularly in furs, which were highly sought after in Europe. The request aimed to establish a foothold for Dutch merchants in a region that was becoming increasingly lucrative due to its rich natural resources and indigenous trade networks.

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