Stuff You Missed in History Class How did the East India Company change the world?
Mar 30, 2009
Explore the impact of the British East India Company, from the Opium Wars to the Boston Tea Party. Learn about their control over trade, the colonization of India, and the rise of India Pale Ale. Plus, enjoy a guessing game, discussions about mental health and insurance, and mentions of Chumba Casino and Family Fair supermarkets.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Formation of the East India Company and England's Competition with the Dutch
03:13 • 3min
The Impact of the East India Company on America and India
06:34 • 5min
English colonization of India and the role of India Pale Ale (IPA) in India
11:28 • 4min
Guessing game, Chumba Casino, On Purpose Podcast, insurance and supermarket mentions
15:14 • 2min