The Financial Crisis of 1825 and the Shocking Fall of London Bank Pole
On December 14, 1825, one of England's most important banks, the London Bank Pole, collapsed. This 1825 crisis would have an impact worldwide. Let's see how it happened.
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Black Friday: The Surprising Origin of the Term in 1745
The original Black Friday took place on December 6, 1745, a far cry from the typical discount scenes of this time of year. Let's look at the origins, none of them pleasant, of this world-renowned day.
The South Seas Company: 324 Years After Its Impactful IPO
On April 14, 1720, the South Sea Company's initial public offering (IPO) took place, which would soon generate an unprecedented bubble. Discover the history of this unique company and what went wrong.
The Shocking Bankruptcy of Overend Gurney & Co: 7 Lessons for Investors Today
On May 11, 1866, Overend Gurney & Co. went bankrupt, an event that would impact the English banking system. Discover what we can learn more than 150 years later.