The Financial Struggle of the Confederacy: A Study on the Crucial Role of Money in the American Civil War
The financial struggles of the Confederacy led to its defeat, emphasizing the crucial role of money in the American Civil War.
War Finance
The Battle of Waterloo and the Rothschild Conundrum
Explore the pivotal Battle of Waterloo and its impact on European history, along with the financial conundrum faced by the Rothschild family in the early 19th century.
The Development of Field Currency in the Peninsular War
Explore the challenges of transferring value across national borders during the Napoleonic Wars and the emergence of field currency as a solution.
War Finance and State Credit
Explore the complex relationship between government borrowing, war finance, and economic stability, including the impact on bond prices and interest rates.
The Rise and Fall of Public Debt in Italian City-States
Explore how Italian city-states developed complex systems of public debt to finance wars, economic growth, and state activities in the late medieval period.
The Communal Debt Crisis in Florence
Florence faced a severe economic crisis in the 15th century due to its enormous debt burden from incessant war and military expenditures.
The Rise of Savings Banks and the Transformation of Finance
Explore how savings banks transformed finance in Britain and Germany by increasing deposits, assets, and access to credit for working-class households.