Money Issue: Lessons from Lincoln and the Greenbacks in 1862
On February 25, 1862, U.S. President Lincoln signed a law authorizing the issuance of currency to finance the Civil War. Let's see what lessons we can learn from this currency issuance.
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The Incredible Sale of the State of Florida: The Reasons for That Trade in 1819
On February 22, 1819, Spain finalized the sale of the state of Florida to the United States. Discover the reasons behind this unwise trade and what you can learn as an investor.
La Crisis de los Misiles de Cuba de 1962: Cuando la Paz Mundial Pendía de un Hilo
On October 22, 1962, US President John F. Kennedy announced the blockade of Cuba, confirming rumors that the Soviets had installed missiles in the country. Let's look at the full story of the Cuban Missile Crisis and how this geopolitical event affected stock market indices.
The Shocking Launch of Sputnik 1: A Soviet Victory in the Midst of the Cold War
On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union successfully launched Sputnik, the first satellite to orbit the Earth. The Soviet lead in the space race sparked panic in the American markets. Let's look at the full story.
La Historia del Dólar: A 240 Años de su Sorprendente Creación
On July 6, 1785, the fledgling United States government decided to replace the Continental Currency in the midst of hyperinflation. Discover the history of the dollar.
The Unforgettable Story of the Golden Gate Bridge 88 Years After Its Opening
On May 27, 1937, the world's most iconic bridge and San Francisco's main landmark opened. Discover the history of the Golden Gate Bridge and how this engineering marvel helped the area's economic development.
The Transcontinental Railroad: 156 Years of the Revolutionary Project
On May 10, 1869, the Transcontinental Railroad was completed, an event that would usher in a new paradigm for the American economy. Discover the effects of this event.
Proclamation 2039: The Day the United States Had its Corralito
Did you know that the United States had its own corralito? Find out what it was like and the similarities with the Argentine corralito.