History Series: New York City's Geographic Evolution
History
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33m
Long before skyscrapers defined the skyline, New York’s destiny was shaped by its harbor, rivers, and a bold vision for growth. Historian Justin Rivers joins Anna Melo and NYSE archivist Dave D’Onofrio Inside the ICE House to trace how geography, trade, and revolution transformed a Dutch outpost into the foundation of modern finance. From the defensive wall that gave Wall Street its name to the sweeping 1811 grid plan that organized Manhattan’s expansion, they explore the pivotal decisions that structured the city’s rise.
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