The Magnificent Three: Amsterdam, London, New York

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  1. 1585-1650: The Golden Age

  52m

  Amsterdam invents the corporation and the stock exchange.

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  2. 1650-1800: Conflicts and Interests

  52m

  The rivalry between Amsterdam and London boils over into open conflict leading to a decisive moment for New York.

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  3. 1800-1880: The Shock of Modernity

  52m

  Amsterdam falls behind whereas London and New York push forward with ever more ambitious building projects.

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  4. 1880-2017: Building Ever Bigger

  52m

  As the twentieth century dawns London, the world's largest city, expands ever outwards, whilst New York decides to build upwards.

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