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State of New York · Public domain

Event trade Americas

New York

1626 CE

Originally the Dutch trading post of New Amsterdam, grew into the Western Hemisphere's dominant commercial port and financial…

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Landmark · Americas

New York

1626 CE – still standing

Originally the Dutch trading post of New Amsterdam, grew into the Western Hemisphere's dominant commercial port and financial center

Standing in 1626 CE

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Flag of New York State of New York · Public domain