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The Hanseatic League: everything you wanted to know

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This chapter examines the Hanseatic League, a powerful medieval trading federation, focusing on its evolution from an informal network to an influential political entity. It highlights the League's strategic methods, likening its operations to a 'crocodile' to illustrate its cunning and intimidating approach in international commerce.

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