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History 1: Money and the stone coin at the bottom of the sea

Planet Money Summer School

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The Role of Money in Power and Community Identity

This chapter examines the historical role of money in establishing governmental control and community identity. It highlights the pivotal story of John Law in the 1700s, showcasing how money facilitated military expansion and subsequent financial upheaval.

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