When colonists first arrived in New England, they faced hardships including a lack of money. Colonial exports were often bartered for English goods instead of paid for with coins. This arrangement was unpopular with colonists. Various forms of money emerged to fill the need, including wampum, commodity money, foreign coins, and paper bills of credit issued by colonies. However, these alternative currencies often faced problems of being difficult to transport, prone to counterfeiting, or issued in excessive amounts, reducing their value. A stable currency system was not achieved until the 1860s.
The document outlines key events in Roman history from 753 BC to around 193 AD, including the founding of Rome, the establishment of the Roman Republic after kings were expelled, Julius Caesar's rise to power and invasion of Britain, the rule of emperors like Claudius who sent more troops to Britain, and the construction of Hadrian's Wall to defend Roman forts in Britain. It concludes by noting there is a question about who was the last Roman emperor.
New Hampshire's early economy was based on the fur trade, with beaver pelts being a major export. Relations with Native Americans were initially cooperative for trade but deteriorated as English settlers demanded more land. Farming was the main occupation for early colonists, but domestic industries like mills, tanning, shoemaking and furniture making supplemented individual farmer's incomes. The mast trade of exporting tall white pine trees was also important but caused tensions under restrictive British policies. American independence enabled New Hampshire to have more control over its economy and local industries.
The document discusses several topics related to life in the American colonies in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, including:
1) Increasing taxes in England to fund wars with France, sowing discontent in the colonies.
2) The British cracking down on piracy by the late 17th century as pirates became liabilities rather than assets.
3) Luxury goods becoming more available and affordable for common colonists, contrary to the views of Alexander Hamilton.
4) Religious revivals and fiery preaching by figures like George Whitefield in the early 18th century.
5) Native Americans' acquisition of guns and horses fundamentally changing their way of life and making war more
The game of cricket has existed in England since the 16th century, originally developing as a children's game. It grew in popularity among adults in the early 17th century and began being played professionally by the 18th century. International cricket began in 1844 between Canada and the United States, while the first Test matches took place between England and Australia in 1877, establishing them as the first international teams. The 19th century saw the establishment of county clubs and national competitions, the codification of laws, and the beginnings of international tours, establishing cricket as a global sport.
John Cabot, an Italian explorer living in England, sailed west across the Atlantic Ocean in 1497 seeking a route to Asia. He landed on the island of Newfoundland off the coast of Canada, where he saw no people but found animal traps and nets left by indigenous peoples. Like Columbus, Cabot mistakenly believed he had reached Asia, and helped expand European claims of territory in North America by planting a large cross in the newly discovered land.
Freemasonry 201 the lost treasure of the knights templarColinJxxx
The document discusses a theory that the fabled treasure of the Knights Templar, which went missing in the 14th century after the order was suppressed, may be buried on Oak Island off the coast of Nova Scotia. Extensive excavation efforts over two centuries have found booby traps and tunnels designed to flood the excavation site with water, suggesting the treasure is well protected. The Knights Templar had the means, motive and engineering skills to construct such an elaborate system, and may have buried the treasure on Oak Island before fleeing persecution.
The document summarizes the development of colonial societies in the Chesapeake Bay region and Carolina from the 17th to early 18th centuries. It describes how the colonies relied heavily on indentured servants and later African slaves for labor. It also discusses the relationships and conflicts between colonists and native tribes over land and trade. The economies transitioned from tobacco to rice cultivation, and slavery became entrenched.
The document provides historical context on smuggling in Britain during the 18th and early 19th centuries. It describes how smuggling exploded as huge quantities of goods were illegally imported to avoid high taxes imposed by the government. Smuggling involved opportunistic seafarers transporting goods across the water and local laborers moving them inland to be sold throughout communities. While romanticized as individuals like "Tom the Smuggler", smugglers actually represented a wide range of people, from wealthy merchants to sailors and the impoverished, who benefited from the trade. Taxation was ultimately the root cause of widespread smuggling.
The document outlines key events in Roman history from 753 BC to around 193 AD, including the founding of Rome, the establishment of the Roman Republic after kings were expelled, Julius Caesar's rise to power and invasion of Britain, the rule of emperors like Claudius who sent more troops to Britain, and the construction of Hadrian's Wall to defend Roman forts in Britain. It concludes by noting there is a question about who was the last Roman emperor.
New Hampshire's early economy was based on the fur trade, with beaver pelts being a major export. Relations with Native Americans were initially cooperative for trade but deteriorated as English settlers demanded more land. Farming was the main occupation for early colonists, but domestic industries like mills, tanning, shoemaking and furniture making supplemented individual farmer's incomes. The mast trade of exporting tall white pine trees was also important but caused tensions under restrictive British policies. American independence enabled New Hampshire to have more control over its economy and local industries.
The document discusses several topics related to life in the American colonies in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, including:
1) Increasing taxes in England to fund wars with France, sowing discontent in the colonies.
2) The British cracking down on piracy by the late 17th century as pirates became liabilities rather than assets.
3) Luxury goods becoming more available and affordable for common colonists, contrary to the views of Alexander Hamilton.
4) Religious revivals and fiery preaching by figures like George Whitefield in the early 18th century.
5) Native Americans' acquisition of guns and horses fundamentally changing their way of life and making war more
The game of cricket has existed in England since the 16th century, originally developing as a children's game. It grew in popularity among adults in the early 17th century and began being played professionally by the 18th century. International cricket began in 1844 between Canada and the United States, while the first Test matches took place between England and Australia in 1877, establishing them as the first international teams. The 19th century saw the establishment of county clubs and national competitions, the codification of laws, and the beginnings of international tours, establishing cricket as a global sport.
John Cabot, an Italian explorer living in England, sailed west across the Atlantic Ocean in 1497 seeking a route to Asia. He landed on the island of Newfoundland off the coast of Canada, where he saw no people but found animal traps and nets left by indigenous peoples. Like Columbus, Cabot mistakenly believed he had reached Asia, and helped expand European claims of territory in North America by planting a large cross in the newly discovered land.
Freemasonry 201 the lost treasure of the knights templarColinJxxx
The document discusses a theory that the fabled treasure of the Knights Templar, which went missing in the 14th century after the order was suppressed, may be buried on Oak Island off the coast of Nova Scotia. Extensive excavation efforts over two centuries have found booby traps and tunnels designed to flood the excavation site with water, suggesting the treasure is well protected. The Knights Templar had the means, motive and engineering skills to construct such an elaborate system, and may have buried the treasure on Oak Island before fleeing persecution.
The document summarizes the development of colonial societies in the Chesapeake Bay region and Carolina from the 17th to early 18th centuries. It describes how the colonies relied heavily on indentured servants and later African slaves for labor. It also discusses the relationships and conflicts between colonists and native tribes over land and trade. The economies transitioned from tobacco to rice cultivation, and slavery became entrenched.
The document provides historical context on smuggling in Britain during the 18th and early 19th centuries. It describes how smuggling exploded as huge quantities of goods were illegally imported to avoid high taxes imposed by the government. Smuggling involved opportunistic seafarers transporting goods across the water and local laborers moving them inland to be sold throughout communities. While romanticized as individuals like "Tom the Smuggler", smugglers actually represented a wide range of people, from wealthy merchants to sailors and the impoverished, who benefited from the trade. Taxation was ultimately the root cause of widespread smuggling.
The document discusses the history of London's docks from the 19th century onwards. It notes that the Thames was constrained and organized to facilitate river traffic beyond Tower Bridge, and legal quays were established upriver to unload imports. Over time, a system of enclosed docks was built on both sides of the river to prevent cargo theft and accommodate growing trade. This fueled London's growth as the world's busiest port during the Industrial Revolution. The 1901 census recorded over 300 ships docked across the various port facilities, demonstrating the scale of maritime commerce at the time.
The document summarizes the early exploration and settlement of Canada by European powers beginning in the 16th century. Giovanni da Verrazzano was the first to explore eastern Canada and the Atlantic coast for France in 1524. Jacques Cartier later claimed the area for France after exploring the St. Lawrence River in 1534 and 1535-36. Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec City in 1608 and established a fur trading post, laying the foundations for New France. The French colony struggled due to a lack of settlers and conflicts with English traders and native groups.
This document provides a bibliography compiled by the National Library of Jamaica on materials related to the slave trade. It is divided into categories such as books and pamphlets, periodical articles, newspaper references, manuscripts, illustrations, prints, and audiovisual materials. Each item is listed with its title, author, publisher, year of publication, and Dewey Decimal Classification number. The introduction provides historical context on the slave trade and its abolition in 1807. It notes that over 10-20 million Africans were taken from their homeland with around 600,000 coming to Jamaica between 1533-1807.
1) Jacques Cartier explored the Maritimes and St. Lawrence River in the 1530s and 1540s, claiming land for France and founding settlements that ultimately failed.
2) Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec City in 1608, establishing the first permanent French colony in New France.
3) New France grew slowly due to its system of seigneurial land grants and the Company of One Hundred Associates' focus on the fur trade over settlement.
4) France lost New France after its defeat in the Seven Years' War, ceding the territory to Britain in the 1763 Treaty of Paris.
The document provides an overview of the 13 original British colonies in North America, including details on their founding and development. It discusses the earliest colonies of Jamestown, Plymouth, and the Massachusetts Bay Colony. It then summarizes the founding of each of the other 10 colonies - Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and the Carolinas. The summary highlights some of the key people and events in the founding of each colony, as well as their systems of government.
The document discusses the society created by early French colonists in North America. It describes how France established colonies to gain control of resources and trade routes. The French colonists created a hierarchical society centered around imperial and Catholic ideals, with the colonies controlled politically and economically by France.
France created a society based on imperialism in its North American colonies. The French established colonies in Canada controlled by France as the home country. France extended its control over the colonies for economic gain through the fur trade and to increase its power and prestige through expanding its empire. The French colonists created settlements and brought Catholic missionaries to spread their religion to the indigenous peoples.
This document provides a summary of several chapters from a history textbook on the American colonies from 1685-1775. It discusses events like the Dominion of New England, the Glorious Revolution, various colonial wars with Native Americans and European powers like France and Spain, the growth of the slave trade and African population in the colonies, and increasing pluralism and diversity as emigration from Britain slowed and more Germans, Scots, and Africans immigrated to the colonies. It also describes the development of the colonial economy and its increasing integration within the British Empire through trade.
Gold coin collecting has a long history dating back to when coins were first issued for trade. It became a hobby in the Middle Ages when people appreciated the artwork and historical value on coins. Today, coin collecting remains a popular hobby. One of the most expensive collections one can have are gold coins, with the most expensive single gold coin ever sold being worth around $8 million. Gold coins were one of the earliest forms of currency and circulated in the US until 1933, making them rare to find today. As gold is no longer used as currency, coin collectors keep rare gold coins to remember their historical use as money.
The document summarizes several chapters from a book about the history of the American colonies from 1685-1730. It describes how King James II consolidated northern colonies into the Dominion of New England, led by governor Edmund Andros, bringing higher taxes without representation. It also discusses the life of pirates in the colonies and the growth of the Atlantic slave trade and poverty in the colonies during the 1700s and 1750s-60s.
Presentation I made for a Cultural Heritage Law class. Main point: China does not believe these items should have been taken from the summer palace because the war shouldn't have been fought in the first place. . . Their arguments have some merit.
Timeline of the American Colonies and Britain from c.1760 to 1774Jonti Cole
The document summarizes several key events from 1763-1774 related to rising tensions between the British colonies in North America and the British government. It discusses the Treaty of Paris in 1763 that ended the French and Indian War and expanded British territory, the Proclamation of 1763 that angered colonists, Pontiac's Rebellion in 1763, and several Acts passed by the British Parliament that imposed taxes on the colonies to raise revenue, including the Sugar Act (1764), Stamp Act (1765), and Townshend Acts (1767). It also describes mob actions and protests by colonists against these Acts, as well as the Boston Massacre (1770) and the Boston Tea Party (1773). In
Boudica was a queen of the Iceni tribe in East Anglia who led an uprising against the occupying Roman Empire in AD 60-61. When her husband died, the Romans ignored his will and annexed the kingdom, flogging Boudica and raping her daughters. In response, Boudica led the Iceni, Trinovantes, and other tribes to destroy Camulodunum and defeat a Roman legion. They then burned Londinium and Verulamium, killing 70,000-80,000 people. The Roman governor Suetonius defeated Boudica in the Battle of Watling Street, securing continued Roman control over Britain.
The document summarizes the development of the North American fur trade over five phases from the 1500s to the late 1800s. During Phase 1, the early fur trade began as an exchange between Europeans arriving to fish cod and the Mi'kmaq people. Phase 2 saw the expansion of the fur trade inland, with France dominating and establishing settlements in New France. Phase 3 involved the emergence of rival fur trading networks as Britain established the Hudson's Bay Company to compete with French traders. As the fur trade moved further west during Phase 4, the Metis people became established as important partners to the trade. Finally, Phase 5 marked the monopoly of the fur trade in the west by the Hudson's Bay Company after merging with its
The document discusses the Loyalist migration to British North America after the American Revolutionary War. Over 100,000 Loyalists fled the newly independent United States, with 45,000 settling in Nova Scotia and Quebec. Their arrival increased tensions as they sought more British laws and customs, threatening the rights of the Canadiens under the Quebec Act. It also changed Britain's approach to negotiating land treaties with First Nations, who questioned if their land rights were being respected. The Loyalists petitioned the British government with demands, leading to the 1791 Constitutional Act that divided the colony along the Ottawa River into Upper and Lower Canada.
Sumptuary laws dating back to ancient Greece and Rome aimed to regulate dress and expenditures to distinguish social classes and curb extravagance. Such laws proliferated in medieval Europe, dictating what fabrics, colors and styles different social ranks could wear. They also required groups like prostitutes and Jews to wear distinctive clothing to mark their outcast status outside mainstream society. By the early modern period, sumptuary laws had declined but other regulations still targeted women's fashion and the clothing of marginalized groups.
This document provides background information on Boudicca and her revolt against the Romans in Britain in 60-61 AD. It summarizes the key events, including that Boudicca was queen of the Iceni tribe, her tribe and others revolted after her mistreatment by the Romans, and they sacked three Roman settlements before being defeated. It also lists six sources that will be analyzed to understand different historical representations of Boudicca, ranging from ancient Roman accounts to a modern children's song.
The document summarizes the early history of the Jamestown colony in Virginia from 1607-1676. It discusses how the colony was established by the Virginia Company in 1607, their early struggles and near failure due to harsh conditions, the leadership of John Smith that helped the colony survive, the introduction of tobacco farming that led to prosperity, the establishment of representative government with the House of Burgesses in 1619, the marriage of Pocahontas to help broker peace with native tribes, the arrival of the first slaves in 1619, and subsequent tensions and attacks that threatened the colony.
The document evaluates how the media product uses and develops conventions of real thriller films. It discusses several aspects of the opening scene including:
1) The title card challenges conventions by using a moving visual theme and personal film title to engage the audience.
2) Lighting creates suspense and a sense of entering an unsafe environment.
3) Characters, clothing, props, and camera shots conform to thriller conventions to present mysterious evil characters and a vulnerable victim.
4) Soundtrack uses typical thriller music to build suspense and mask violence.
The document represents males and teenagers as social groups and believes similar youth-oriented media institutions and online platforms would be suitable initial distributors for the target
This document provides information about Family Readiness Group (FRG) meetings, events, and training opportunities happening in September and October at Fort Drum. It lists the dates, times, and locations of various FRG meetings for different troops. It also includes announcements about Lyme disease prevention and treatment, upcoming training classes on topics like key caller training and investing, and a recurring events schedule for activities like sports and adventure training. The document aims to keep Fort Drum families informed about community events and resources.
The document provides information on upcoming FRG events at Task Force Knighthawk, including breakfast fundraisers, FRG meetings, a social media OPSEC briefing and dinner, donut sales, and a ladies weekend trip. It also includes a calendar of May events, notices and flyers about various programs and activities, and articles related to military spouses and families.
The document discusses the history of London's docks from the 19th century onwards. It notes that the Thames was constrained and organized to facilitate river traffic beyond Tower Bridge, and legal quays were established upriver to unload imports. Over time, a system of enclosed docks was built on both sides of the river to prevent cargo theft and accommodate growing trade. This fueled London's growth as the world's busiest port during the Industrial Revolution. The 1901 census recorded over 300 ships docked across the various port facilities, demonstrating the scale of maritime commerce at the time.
The document summarizes the early exploration and settlement of Canada by European powers beginning in the 16th century. Giovanni da Verrazzano was the first to explore eastern Canada and the Atlantic coast for France in 1524. Jacques Cartier later claimed the area for France after exploring the St. Lawrence River in 1534 and 1535-36. Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec City in 1608 and established a fur trading post, laying the foundations for New France. The French colony struggled due to a lack of settlers and conflicts with English traders and native groups.
This document provides a bibliography compiled by the National Library of Jamaica on materials related to the slave trade. It is divided into categories such as books and pamphlets, periodical articles, newspaper references, manuscripts, illustrations, prints, and audiovisual materials. Each item is listed with its title, author, publisher, year of publication, and Dewey Decimal Classification number. The introduction provides historical context on the slave trade and its abolition in 1807. It notes that over 10-20 million Africans were taken from their homeland with around 600,000 coming to Jamaica between 1533-1807.
1) Jacques Cartier explored the Maritimes and St. Lawrence River in the 1530s and 1540s, claiming land for France and founding settlements that ultimately failed.
2) Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec City in 1608, establishing the first permanent French colony in New France.
3) New France grew slowly due to its system of seigneurial land grants and the Company of One Hundred Associates' focus on the fur trade over settlement.
4) France lost New France after its defeat in the Seven Years' War, ceding the territory to Britain in the 1763 Treaty of Paris.
The document provides an overview of the 13 original British colonies in North America, including details on their founding and development. It discusses the earliest colonies of Jamestown, Plymouth, and the Massachusetts Bay Colony. It then summarizes the founding of each of the other 10 colonies - Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and the Carolinas. The summary highlights some of the key people and events in the founding of each colony, as well as their systems of government.
The document discusses the society created by early French colonists in North America. It describes how France established colonies to gain control of resources and trade routes. The French colonists created a hierarchical society centered around imperial and Catholic ideals, with the colonies controlled politically and economically by France.
France created a society based on imperialism in its North American colonies. The French established colonies in Canada controlled by France as the home country. France extended its control over the colonies for economic gain through the fur trade and to increase its power and prestige through expanding its empire. The French colonists created settlements and brought Catholic missionaries to spread their religion to the indigenous peoples.
This document provides a summary of several chapters from a history textbook on the American colonies from 1685-1775. It discusses events like the Dominion of New England, the Glorious Revolution, various colonial wars with Native Americans and European powers like France and Spain, the growth of the slave trade and African population in the colonies, and increasing pluralism and diversity as emigration from Britain slowed and more Germans, Scots, and Africans immigrated to the colonies. It also describes the development of the colonial economy and its increasing integration within the British Empire through trade.
Gold coin collecting has a long history dating back to when coins were first issued for trade. It became a hobby in the Middle Ages when people appreciated the artwork and historical value on coins. Today, coin collecting remains a popular hobby. One of the most expensive collections one can have are gold coins, with the most expensive single gold coin ever sold being worth around $8 million. Gold coins were one of the earliest forms of currency and circulated in the US until 1933, making them rare to find today. As gold is no longer used as currency, coin collectors keep rare gold coins to remember their historical use as money.
The document summarizes several chapters from a book about the history of the American colonies from 1685-1730. It describes how King James II consolidated northern colonies into the Dominion of New England, led by governor Edmund Andros, bringing higher taxes without representation. It also discusses the life of pirates in the colonies and the growth of the Atlantic slave trade and poverty in the colonies during the 1700s and 1750s-60s.
Presentation I made for a Cultural Heritage Law class. Main point: China does not believe these items should have been taken from the summer palace because the war shouldn't have been fought in the first place. . . Their arguments have some merit.
Timeline of the American Colonies and Britain from c.1760 to 1774Jonti Cole
The document summarizes several key events from 1763-1774 related to rising tensions between the British colonies in North America and the British government. It discusses the Treaty of Paris in 1763 that ended the French and Indian War and expanded British territory, the Proclamation of 1763 that angered colonists, Pontiac's Rebellion in 1763, and several Acts passed by the British Parliament that imposed taxes on the colonies to raise revenue, including the Sugar Act (1764), Stamp Act (1765), and Townshend Acts (1767). It also describes mob actions and protests by colonists against these Acts, as well as the Boston Massacre (1770) and the Boston Tea Party (1773). In
Boudica was a queen of the Iceni tribe in East Anglia who led an uprising against the occupying Roman Empire in AD 60-61. When her husband died, the Romans ignored his will and annexed the kingdom, flogging Boudica and raping her daughters. In response, Boudica led the Iceni, Trinovantes, and other tribes to destroy Camulodunum and defeat a Roman legion. They then burned Londinium and Verulamium, killing 70,000-80,000 people. The Roman governor Suetonius defeated Boudica in the Battle of Watling Street, securing continued Roman control over Britain.
The document summarizes the development of the North American fur trade over five phases from the 1500s to the late 1800s. During Phase 1, the early fur trade began as an exchange between Europeans arriving to fish cod and the Mi'kmaq people. Phase 2 saw the expansion of the fur trade inland, with France dominating and establishing settlements in New France. Phase 3 involved the emergence of rival fur trading networks as Britain established the Hudson's Bay Company to compete with French traders. As the fur trade moved further west during Phase 4, the Metis people became established as important partners to the trade. Finally, Phase 5 marked the monopoly of the fur trade in the west by the Hudson's Bay Company after merging with its
The document discusses the Loyalist migration to British North America after the American Revolutionary War. Over 100,000 Loyalists fled the newly independent United States, with 45,000 settling in Nova Scotia and Quebec. Their arrival increased tensions as they sought more British laws and customs, threatening the rights of the Canadiens under the Quebec Act. It also changed Britain's approach to negotiating land treaties with First Nations, who questioned if their land rights were being respected. The Loyalists petitioned the British government with demands, leading to the 1791 Constitutional Act that divided the colony along the Ottawa River into Upper and Lower Canada.
Sumptuary laws dating back to ancient Greece and Rome aimed to regulate dress and expenditures to distinguish social classes and curb extravagance. Such laws proliferated in medieval Europe, dictating what fabrics, colors and styles different social ranks could wear. They also required groups like prostitutes and Jews to wear distinctive clothing to mark their outcast status outside mainstream society. By the early modern period, sumptuary laws had declined but other regulations still targeted women's fashion and the clothing of marginalized groups.
This document provides background information on Boudicca and her revolt against the Romans in Britain in 60-61 AD. It summarizes the key events, including that Boudicca was queen of the Iceni tribe, her tribe and others revolted after her mistreatment by the Romans, and they sacked three Roman settlements before being defeated. It also lists six sources that will be analyzed to understand different historical representations of Boudicca, ranging from ancient Roman accounts to a modern children's song.
The document summarizes the early history of the Jamestown colony in Virginia from 1607-1676. It discusses how the colony was established by the Virginia Company in 1607, their early struggles and near failure due to harsh conditions, the leadership of John Smith that helped the colony survive, the introduction of tobacco farming that led to prosperity, the establishment of representative government with the House of Burgesses in 1619, the marriage of Pocahontas to help broker peace with native tribes, the arrival of the first slaves in 1619, and subsequent tensions and attacks that threatened the colony.
The document evaluates how the media product uses and develops conventions of real thriller films. It discusses several aspects of the opening scene including:
1) The title card challenges conventions by using a moving visual theme and personal film title to engage the audience.
2) Lighting creates suspense and a sense of entering an unsafe environment.
3) Characters, clothing, props, and camera shots conform to thriller conventions to present mysterious evil characters and a vulnerable victim.
4) Soundtrack uses typical thriller music to build suspense and mask violence.
The document represents males and teenagers as social groups and believes similar youth-oriented media institutions and online platforms would be suitable initial distributors for the target
This document provides information about Family Readiness Group (FRG) meetings, events, and training opportunities happening in September and October at Fort Drum. It lists the dates, times, and locations of various FRG meetings for different troops. It also includes announcements about Lyme disease prevention and treatment, upcoming training classes on topics like key caller training and investing, and a recurring events schedule for activities like sports and adventure training. The document aims to keep Fort Drum families informed about community events and resources.
The document provides information on upcoming FRG events at Task Force Knighthawk, including breakfast fundraisers, FRG meetings, a social media OPSEC briefing and dinner, donut sales, and a ladies weekend trip. It also includes a calendar of May events, notices and flyers about various programs and activities, and articles related to military spouses and families.
The document provides information about upcoming Family Readiness Group (FRG) meetings, events, and trainings for various units at Fort Drum in June. It also includes announcements about repairs to the Clark Hall parking lot, changes to education center and health clinic hours, and renovations to the Main Post Chapel starting in July. The newsletter lists recurring sports, arts/crafts, and outdoor recreation activities as well as upcoming movies, concerts, fairs, and Independence Day fireworks celebrations in the local area. Finally, it provides details on youth programs, FRG trainings, and single soldier events through the BOSS program at Fort Drum.
The document provides an overview of the United Kingdom, including:
1) The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The Union Jack flag incorporates the crosses of the patron saints of the individual countries.
2) London is the capital and largest city. The Renaissance and Industrial Revolution originated in the UK.
3) In World War I, the UK allied with France and Russia against Germany and signed the Treaty of Versailles. In World War II, the UK had a stronger navy than Germany.
The document announces a change of command ceremony where Lieutenant Colonel Lars A. Wendt will relinquish command to Lieutenant Colonel Matthew W. Braman of Task Force Knighthawk. It provides details on the date, time, and location of the ceremony, as well as information on RSVPing. The remainder of the document outlines upcoming family events and includes schedules, announcements, and resources for military families.
Mindy Whitten, a Fort Drum spouse, wrote and published a children's book about a boy who wants an alpaca pet. She will be selling and signing copies at the Post Exchange on March 30-31. Whitten will also do story times at the library on select dates in March and June.
The Fort Drum FRG Symposium has been rescheduled from May 15 to May 1 due to a date change. Registration forms will be available later this week with an April 16 deadline for childcare registration.
The Fort Drum Thrift Shop offers donations, consignments, and PCS appointments to help soldiers and families clear out unwanted items or acquire new treasures as they PCS in or out
Criminal remedies are available under intellectual property (IP) laws in India to punish IP infringement and deter such activities. Remedies include imprisonment, fines, seizure and destruction of infringing goods. Criminal prosecution can be initiated for willful trademark counterfeiting or copyright piracy on a commercial scale. The Trademarks Act and Copyright Act provide for criminal penalties including minimum imprisonment of 6 months and fines for IP infringement offenses.
Bartering was the earliest form of exchange, followed by the use of livestock, shells, and beads as a medium of exchange. The first coins were created in Lydia in 561 BC, and paper currency was first issued in China in 806 AD. Throughout history, various commodities served as money including wampum, gold, and "Continentals" issued during the Revolutionary War. The US established the dollar and a national bank system in the late 18th century.
Bartering was the original form of exchange before money was developed. Livestock, shells, and beads were some of the early forms of commodity money. Money needs to serve as a medium of exchange, store of value, and unit of account. King Croesus created the first coins of gold and silver in 561 BC. Paper currency was first issued in China in 806 AD but led to inflation. Various commodities served as forms of money throughout history. Goldsmith notes marked the early use of banknotes in England in the 1600s. The US established its own currency systems after gaining independence.
- Marco Polo's account of his travels to China in the 1300s stimulated new east-west trade routes between Europe and Asia. This, along with advances in printing technology, helped spread new ideas.
- Europeans like Columbus began exploring west across the Atlantic in search of new trade routes to Asia in the late 1400s. Columbus made four voyages but did not realize he had discovered a new continent. Others later took credit for this discovery, with mapmakers naming the new lands "America" after Amerigo Vespucci.
- European powers like Spain, England, France, and the Netherlands established colonies in North America during the 1500s-1700s for economic and religious reasons. The early colonies struggled but
History of money used for talks at Bhaubali College of Engg., ShravanabealgolaNatekar's World
A talk was presented about "History of Money" at Bahubali College of Engg., Shravanabelagola. The presentation is development of money and its politics.
The document summarizes the early exploration and settlement of North America by various European powers including the Dutch, French, and English from the 15th-17th centuries. It discusses early English fishing and trade with Native Americans on the coasts in the 1500s. It then focuses on the English settlements at Roanoke from 1584-1590, Jamestown in 1607, and the leadership of figures like Captain John Smith and Peter Stuyvesant during the Dutch colonization of New York in the 1600s.
The document summarizes themes related to the American colonies in the prerevolutionary period:
1) Newport, Rhode Island grew into a rich commercial center through activities like piracy and smuggling, drawing a cosmopolitan mix of residents, until British crackdowns led over half to relocate.
2) British laws structured trade to benefit British merchants, forcing colonists to pay trade deficits in precious metals and restricting paper money, causing shortages.
3) The Gaspee incident of 1772 united the colonies through new Committees of Correspondence, taking the first steps toward nationhood.
Colonization - Early American Culture slides.pptxnataliemorgan26
The document summarizes early colonization efforts in North and South America by European powers between the 15th-18th centuries. It discusses how Spain relied on conquistadors to explore the New World for land and wealth, granting them encomiendas over indigenous peoples. It also describes how Portugal focused on sugar plantations using African slaves, and how the fur trade drove French, English, and Dutch colonization of North America. The document outlines the founding of colonies like Jamestown, Plymouth, and Massachusetts Bay, and discusses challenges faced by early settlers as well as the spread of slavery.
The document summarizes events in various regions of North America from the late 16th century to early 19th century. It discusses how King James II consolidated colonies into the Dominion of New England, increasing taxes and challenging land titles. It also discusses the rise of piracy disrupting British trade, and how the economy and standard of living grew in the colonies. On the Great Plains, horses and guns were acquired, increasing mobility and power. The Comanche expanded their territory at the expense of Apache. In Hawaii, Kamehameha united the islands after acquiring European weapons and technologies.
The document summarizes the colonial history of Virginia and Maryland from the initial English settlement of Jamestown in 1607 through the 1700s. It describes the struggles of the early Jamestown colony, the transition to tobacco agriculture and development of the plantation system, the growing importation and use of African slaves, conflicts with Native Americans, and the founding of Maryland as a colony with religious toleration. Regional economic and social differences emerged between the Southern colonies, which relied on plantation agriculture and slavery, and the smaller family farms of North Carolina.
The document provides a detailed overview of the history of New Netherland from its founding as a Dutch colony in 1609 through its takeover by the British in 1664. It discusses the colony's establishment, its governance by the Dutch West India Company, the diverse groups that settled there, and life for colonists, Native Americans, slaves, and others. It also examines the colony's economy based on fur trading and agriculture and explains why New Netherland ultimately failed as a Dutch colony.
The document summarizes key aspects of New England in the colonial period. It describes the founding and origins of the four main colonies - Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. It then discusses the democratic forms of local government that developed, with male heads of households governing through town meetings. Finally, it outlines some of the main economic industries of the region, including fishing, whaling, lumbering, and shipbuilding that supported trade.
1) Europeans began exploring and colonizing the New World following Christopher Columbus' voyage in 1492. They were motivated by desires for economic and religious reasons, including finding riches and converting people to Christianity.
2) Major European powers like Spain, England, France, and the Netherlands established colonies in North America and other parts of the Americas over the next centuries. This led to conflicts between the colonizing powers and encounters with indigenous peoples.
3) The establishment of colonies and trade networks resulted in the exchange of plants, animals, diseases, and other biological and cultural materials between the connected hemispheres, known as the Columbian Exchange, which profoundly impacted societies globally.
Europeans began exploring overseas in search of new trade routes to Asia in order to gain wealth and power. Christopher Columbus reached the Americas in 1492 while seeking a western route to Asia, beginning European colonization of the region. The first English colonies in North America were established at Jamestown in 1607 and Plymouth in 1620 by the Virginia Company and Pilgrims respectively. Tensions arose between European powers as they competed for territory and resources in North America, culminating in the French and Indian War which began in 1754.
Sea battles give way to economic, social and intellectual history. This session follows Padfield's chapter of the same title and examines the consequences of Britain's rise to maritime power.
- The document traces the history of urbanization and development of New York City from 1609 through 1898, beginning with Dutch explorer Henry Hudson's arrival in 1609 and establishment of a fur trading post, the city's purchase and naming as New Amsterdam in 1626, and periods of Dutch and British rule.
- Key events included the arrival of African slaves in 1627, construction of a defensive wall in 1653, renaming to New York under British rule in 1664, expansion of the city boundaries through the addition of surrounding counties, and consolidation into the 5 boroughs of modern New York City in 1898.
- New York City grew to become the largest city in the new United States through the 18th and 19th centuries
Britain emerged from the Napoleonic Wars as the dominant global power, with colonies and bases around the world supporting its naval power and trade dominance. Its empire expanded significantly in this period, most notably in India, where the British East India Company gained control of large territories and became a powerful political entity, transitioning control of India to the British government over time. By 1815 Britain had established colonies in Australia, the Caribbean, southern Africa, and was firmly in control of India and Canada, marking the rise of its "Second Empire" as compensation for the recent loss of the American colonies.
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The document provides background information on the English colonization of New England and the Middle Colonies during the 17th century. It discusses how Puritan religious dissenters established colonies in New England like Plymouth to escape persecution in England. New England colonies focused on small farms, workshops, schools and churches to glorify God through hard work. The Dutch originally settled the mid-Atlantic coast and founded colonies like New Amsterdam, but England later conquered the region to gain control of the fur trade and weaken their Dutch economic rivals. The Middle Colonies had a more diverse population and promoted religious tolerance.
The document provides background information on the English colonization of New England and the Middle Colonies during the 17th century. It discusses how Puritan religious dissenters established colonies in New England like Plymouth to escape persecution in England. New England colonies focused on small farms, workshops, schools and churches to glorify God through hard work. The Dutch originally settled the mid-Atlantic coast and founded colonies like New Amsterdam, but England later conquered the region to gain control of the fur trade and weaken their Dutch economic rivals. The Middle Colonies had a more diverse population and promoted religious tolerance.
The document provides background information on the English colonization of New England and the Middle Colonies during the 17th century. It discusses how Puritan religious dissenters established colonies in New England like Plymouth to escape persecution in England. New England colonies focused on small farms, workshops, schools and churches to glorify God through hard work. The Dutch originally settled the mid-Atlantic coast and founded colonies like New Amsterdam, but England later conquered the region to gain control of the fur trade and weaken their Dutch economic rivals. The Middle Colonies had a more diverse population and promoted religious tolerance.
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HISTORY OF COLONIAL MONEY
When colonists first arrived in New England, they faced many hardships. In
addition to the harsh winters and their lack of experience in the wilderness, colonists were
often poor, having spent most of their money for the passage to the new world.
For a variety of reasons, money was almost always in short supply during the early
colonial period. The lack of coins and currency forced the colonists to barter. The English
leaders felt that colonial exports, such as animal skins, dried fish, and tobacco, should be
paid for in English goods. Colonial exports would be accepted in return for an equal value
of such goods as fabrics, window panes, pewter dishes, and mirrors. This barter
arrangement - an exchange of goods or services without using money - seemed ideal to
the British but was increasingly unpopular with the colonists, who preferred coin for their
exports to gain more independence over their buying power.
A lesson of history is that trade increases economic well-being by encouraging
specialization in production. The use of money as a medium of exchange makes trade
easier. It can also be a unit in which values of a wide range of goods can be stated, and
money can be a form of holding wealth, eliminating the necessity of buying a good or
service at the same time a sale is made. For money to serve these functions, it must, no
matter what its form, be widely acceptable in trade. During the colonial period in New
England, various monies were utilized. Some of them are described in the following pages.
WAMPUM
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Wampum, one of the first money forms, was introduced to New England in 1627
by Dutch settlers in New York who traded with Indians. Wampum was made of sea shells,
primarily quahog shells. In 1637, wampum was made legal tender - accepted as payment
for taxes - in Massachusetts and proved successful in trading with Indians. But wampum
soon proved to have its problems, as the usage of poor shells, along with artificial color,
made it lose its value. Wampum was very fragile, and by 1661 it was no longer considered
legal tender.
COMMODITY MONEY OR "COUNTRY PAY"
Colonists often resorted to the use of commodity money, where a colony's
principal commodity would circulate as a medium of exchange. The Massachusetts Bay
Colony used corn and beaver skins as its medium of exchange. In the Southern colonies, it
was tobacco and rice; and throughout most of the colonies, animal skins, corn, powder
and gun shot, and livestock were often used. Since the market value of commodity money
was determined by supply and demand, its value as money often decreased when there was
an over supply in the marketplace. In addition, commodity money lacked uniform quality,
and was prone to spoilage, difficult to transport, and costly to store.
FOREIGN COINS
Colonists always preferred specie (gold and silver coin) to other forms of payment,
but, when colonists first arrived, they brought very little precious metal with them from
Europe. Nevertheless, maritime trade succeeded in bringing foreign coins to New
England, because the colonies traded with England and the Spanish West Indies, where
many coins circulated.
Foreign coins were also supplied by piracy, which was a fairly common practice in
the 16th and 17th centuries. Pirates liked to spend their loot in Massachusetts and other
New England colonies because they received attractive rates for their foreign coins. The
most common coin circulating in the colonies was the Spanish piece-of-eight, also known
as the Spanish dollar. It was divided into eight reals. The coin circulated in the United
States as legal tender until 1857. The term "two bits," or reals, meaning a quarter dollar, is
still used.
There were problems with the foreign coins circulating in the different colonies.
The value of the coins varied from colony to colony, and attempts to place an equal value
on the coins failed. Because of the different values, they were used most often in colonies
where the purchasers could get the most for their money.
NEW ENGLAND COINAGE
By 1652, the problem resulting from a shortage of coins had become extreme.
England had turned a deaf ear to the colonists' plea for specie, and the colonial leaders did
not believe that the people should have to continue using the mixture of foreign coins,
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wampum, bullets, and barter objects any longer. In an effort to provide more good coin to
further trade and commerce, the Massachusetts Bay Colony established an illegal mint in
Boston in 1652. The General Court of Massachusetts appointed John Hull as mint master,
and the first coin issued by the mint was the New England in 1652. It had the letters NE
on one side and the denomination in Roman numerals on the other. It was not a successful
coin because the simple design invited counterfeiting and "washing" or "clipping" (the
practices of shaving the tops and cutting pieces off the sides). Its production was
terminated after four months, but the need for metallic coin continued to exist.
On October 19, 1652, the Massachusetts General Court decreed that "for the
prevention of clipping of all such pieces of money as shall be coined with-in this
jurisdiction, it is ordered by this Courte and the authorite thereof, that henceforth all
pieces of money coined shall have a double ring on either side, with this inscription,
Massachusetts, and a tree in the center on one side, and New England and the yeare of our
Lord on the other side."
These coins were the famous "tree" pieces. There were Willow Tree Shillings, Oak
Tree Shillings, and Pine Tree Shillings. The Pine Tree was the last to be coined, and today
there are specimens in existence, which is probably why all of these early coins are referred
to as Pine Tree shillings.
In 1684 the charter of Massachusetts was revoked by the king, and the mint was
ordered to close.
BILLS OF CREDIT
In 1690, the Massachusetts Bay Colony was authorized to raise troops to help
British soldiers fight in King William's War. The King allowed the colony to pay soldiers
with Bills of Credit - a promise to pay in the future - printed on paper by the colony. The
crudely printed notes were issued in denominations of five, ten, and twenty shillings. They
read: "This indented Bill of Five Shillings due from the Massachusetts Colony to the
Possessor shall be in value equal to money and shall be accordingly accepted by the
Treasurer and Receiver Subordinates to him in all Public payments and for any stock at
any time in the Treasury - New England, February the third, 1690. By order of the General
Court."
The bills issued by the Massachusetts colony circulated freely, and eventually each New
England province began to print its own notes. The bills were meant to represent shares of
commodities such as corn, grain, cattle, and ultimately silver. Some of these early
experiments with paper money were successful, but in many cases the bills were seldom
redeemed as promised because of the shortage of gold and silver coin. As they became
more and more popular, the bills were redeemed less often; however, the colony kept
issuing them, causing their value to drop.
CONTINENTAL CURRENCY
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By 1751, the British Parliament passed a law forbidding the Massachusetts Bay
Colony to issue money in any form. But by this time, the colonists had begun to think
about independence. When the Revolutionary War broke out in 1775, the Continental
Congress issued paper money to finance the war. Although the Congress had no power of
taxation, these notes were backed by anticipated future tax revenues. Our young, inexperi-
enced country issued far too much continental currency, causing it to depreciate rapidly.
By the end of the war, it had become worthless or, as the saying went, "not worth a
continental."
This experience was so disastrous that it created a deep distrust of paper money
issued by the government. Experiments with paper money and coin continued after the
Revolution, with states and private banks printing their own currencies. Bank notes
became unpopular when too many banks began issuing too many different paper
currencies without sufficient ability to redeem them in coin. It was not until the 1860s,
when National Bank Notes were created during the Civil War, that Americans finally
achieved a reasonably stable money system.
In 1963, pirate captain John Avery captured a fortune in gold coin from an Arab merchant
ship. New Englanders welcomed his spending of the loot in their port cities because it
helped alleviate the chronic colonial money shortage. (Click for Picture)
GLOSSARY
Barter - To exchange goods or services without the exchange of money.
Commodity - An article of trade or commerce that can be transported especially an
agricultural or mining product.
Depreciate - To lessen in price or value.
Medium of Exchange - Anything that is commonly used in a specific area or among a
certain group of people as money.
Mint - A place where the coins of a country are manufactured under authority of the
government.
Specie - Coined money; generally gold and silver coin.
Wampum - Small beads made from polished shells, used as currency and as jewelry.
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