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by Netherland Chamber of Commerce (Author)
The book titled ""The Dutch In New Netherland And The United States: 1609-1909"" was published in 1909 by the Netherland Chamber of Commerce. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the Dutch presence in the region of New Netherland, which includes present-day New York, New Jersey, Delaware, and parts of Connecticut and Pennsylvania. The book covers the period from 1609, when Dutch explorer Henry Hudson first sailed into the region, to 1909, when the book was published.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific era in the history of New Netherland. The first chapter provides an overview of the Dutch exploration and settlement of the region, including the establishment of New Amsterdam (present-day New York City) in 1626. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the Dutch West India Company, the impact of the English takeover of New Netherland in 1664, and the Dutch legacy in the region.The book also explores the influence of Dutch culture and traditions on American society, including the Dutch contributions to art, architecture, and education. It also highlights the economic ties between the Netherlands and the United States, particularly in the areas of trade and commerce.Overall, ""The Dutch In New Netherland And The United States: 1609-1909"" provides a detailed and informative account of the Dutch presence in the region, and its lasting impact on American society and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
