International Relations

Explore the history of the Dutch East India Company and its impact on global trade and commerce, from its rise to its fall in the 17th-18th centuries.

Discover how World War I governments used war bonds and central banks to finance their activities, with a focus on Germany's unique experiences and consequences.

Bond markets' power in the late 19th century led to economic sanctions, foreign control, and even military intervention for countries defaulting on debts.

Learn about the Rothschild family's rise to power in 19th-century Europe, their impact on high finance, and their influence on European politics.