The Magnificent Three: Amsterdam, London, New York(2017)

7.8
1 Seasons
DocumentaryWar & Politics

Overview

The story, from 1600 to the present day, of the ruthless competition between Amsterdam (Netherlands), London (UK) and New York (USA) for world trade supremacy, as great minds blazed paths to glory and iconic architecture soared skyward.

Created By: Frédéric Wilner

Episodes

1585-1650: The Golden Age
Ep 1

1585-1650: The Golden Age

Amsterdam invents the corporation and the stock exchange.

16/12/201752 min
1650-1800: Conflicts and Interests
Ep 2

1650-1800: Conflicts and Interests

The rivalry between Amsterdam and London boils over into open conflict leading to a decisive moment for New York.

16/12/201752 min
1800-1880: The Shock of Modernity
Ep 3

1800-1880: The Shock of Modernity

Amsterdam falls behind whereas London and New York push forward with ever more ambitious building projects.

16/12/201752 min
1880-2017: Building Ever Bigger
Ep 4

1880-2017: Building Ever Bigger

As the twentieth century dawns London, the world's largest city, expands ever outwards, whilst New York decides to build upwards.

16/12/201752 min

Show Info

StatusEnded
NetworkARTE
TypeDocumentary

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