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New Netherlands became New York. A caveat - New Yorkers weren't entirely content with James either, especially after he assumed the throne. New Jersey - traded hands several times (see Berkin text). Originally, the colony was part of the land grant given to James…

the Second World War there were two major movements in The Netherlands, the Nazi movement by the NSB (Nationaal Socialistische Beweging) and the Resistance movement. The NSB was a Fascist party and was often referred to as the Nazi party of The Netherlands, it was established in 1931 by Anton Adriaan Mussert, a Dutch Nationalist. By 1936 the Party had gained eight percent of the election votes(Vashem). When Germany occupied The Netherlands in 1940 (Delpher 1940). Many of the NSB supporters and…

Introduction of International Netherlands Group The International Netherlands Group was a global financial services company of Dutch Origin. It was one of the largest financial institutes in the world and ranked as one of the top ten companies just within Europe (Schotter, 2006). With more than 120,000 employees, the International Netherlands Group provided banking, insurance and asset management service in more than 50 countries. ING was the first European enterprise to enter the market of life…

Essay #1 The North American colonies were spread all throughout the Eastern coast. The Pilgrims, who were English farmers, settled in Plymouth in 1620 on accident (Brands, 56). They meant to go to Virginia, but because of a navigational error they ended up in what is now Massachusetts (Brands, 42). The reason they were able to survive was friendship with the local Indians (Brands,43). These Indians taught the Pilgrims how to hunt and farming techniques (Brands, 43). The Anglican colonists…

especially to the French and Dutch (64 in outline, 147 in outline). Again, furs were a wonderful export because of the scarcity of pelts in Europe as well as the dense value (ease of shipping) of the fur. This made it imperative that New France and New Netherland be far enough north to trade with natives for thickest, most valuable furs. Canada and the mouth of the Hudson River became New France and New Amsterdam respectively (249 in text). The French were…

o English “sea dogs” were privateers who plundered Spanish ships, who were encouraged by Elizabeth I to increase the presence and influence of almost non-existent English power. English force was small relative to more powerful nations such as Spain, Portugal and France. Some English “sea dogs” included men such as John Hawkins and Francis Drake. Between 1588 and 1591, when sugar was a huge cash crop, English “sea dogs” plundered 34 vessels carrying sugar. Drake raided many Spanish fleets and…

Old Netherlanders at New Netherland The Netherlands rebelled and won their independence in the 1500s The 1600s were the Golden Age for the Dutch The Dutch East India Company was set up to trade with the world. The company built army of 10,000 men and a fleet of 190 ships for protection. The…

As the survivors of the ship from Africa take their first steps in the Americas, a man of white skin approaches them. He briefly glances over the group before sending them away to a nearby auction. The foreigners wait silently as their fates are decided. All they can do is pray that they will not be mistreated… more than they already are. This is just one example of slavery’s beginnings in the Americas. Europeans transformed life in the Americas by abusing other races and increasing trade of…

The New England, Middle Atlantic, Chesapeake and Southern Colonies shared some similar qualities, but for the majority, they were different in many aspects. By viewing each colonies establishment and growth, along with topics such as religion’s role in the colony, their economics and who performed the labor I will explain which colony I would choose to live in during the year 1700. Aboard the Mayflower during the year 1620 were Separatist; people who withdrew from the Church of England.…

England’s ruling system by a parliament started in 1215, after the Magna Carta was signed. The basic concept was; No one is above the law, people who are taxed would have representation, and the right to a fair trial. James VI of Scotland became King James I after Queen Elizabeth died. James claimed he answered only to God, which meant his life was going to be cut short sooner or later. Criticizers of the Anglican Church were Dissenters, and the Puritans were exactly that, wanting to…