Join Emma Hart, a historian focused on early American marketplaces, Ann Smart Martin, an expert in material culture, Hannah Knox Tucker, a maritime commerce historian, and Hannah Farber, who specializes in financial history. They dive into the complexities of 18th-century trade, exploring the tension between public good and profit while outlining the critical role of marine insurance. The discussion reveals how enslaved labor supported lucrative exports and how women navigated the commerce landscape, making significant contributions behind the scenes.
