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MANHATTAN PURCHASE, 1626. Peter Minuit (1580-1638) Dutch colonial official in America. Peter Minuits purchase of Manhattan Island, 1626, after the painting by Alfred Fredericks
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MANHATTAN PURCHASE, 1626. Peter Minuit (1580-1638) Dutch colonial official in America. Peter Minuits purchase of Manhattan Island, 1626, after the painting by Alfred Fredericks
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1626 American Indian Coast Colonist Colony Dutch Event Expedition Exploration Explorer Head Dress Manhattan Merchant New Amsterdam New Netherland Pieter Purchase Settlement Settler Ship Trader Minuit
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Manhattan Purchase, 1626 - A Glimpse into the Birth of a City
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. This print takes us back to the year 1626, capturing an iconic moment in history - Peter Minuit's purchase of Manhattan Island. The image is based on Alfred Fredericks' painting and beautifully depicts the Dutch colonial official himself, Peter Minuit (1580-1638), as he engages in this significant transaction. Set against the backdrop of a bustling American coast, we witness a scene filled with exploration and opportunity. A ship can be seen anchored nearby, symbolizing the arrival of European settlers to these uncharted lands. As men gather around Minuit, negotiations are underway between Dutch traders and Native American tribesmen adorned in traditional head dresses. This engraving provides valuable insight into early colonization efforts by showcasing one of America's oldest settlements - New Amsterdam. It serves as a reminder that long before towering skyscrapers dominated its skyline, Manhattan was once a humble trading post established through diplomacy and commerce. The image offers glimpses into Pieter Minuit's role as both merchant and settler; his shrewdness securing this land for future generations to come. This historic event laid the foundation for what would eventually become one of the world's most vibrant cities - New York City. As we admire this remarkable piece from The Granger Collection, let us reflect on how it encapsulates not just an important historical moment but also represents resilience, cultural exchange, and human ambition that shaped
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