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2007-12-20 06:40:22 · 2 answers · asked by i love me mwa 1 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Netherlands
The 17th century is often referred to as "The Golden Age" by the Dutch. In this time the Dutch had a very dominant and prosperous nation and had, like many other countries, colonies to profit from their valuable resources. You could say they were adventurous and internationally orientated, something that's still part of the Dutch culture. To answer your question: they came to America to obtain valuable trading routes and stay ahead of competition from other European countries. The initial building was meant to function as a trading post as well as a fort, providing defense against possible take-overs. It should be noted that the Dutch never had the desire to create a great Dutch empire. The colonizations were established by private companies (VOC, Dutch East India Company (first multinational in the world), and later WIC (West India Company) with making profit as their primary motivation.
2007-12-20 09:48:08 · answer #1 · answered by Ben 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because they could. It wasn't America as we know it now, mate. The island of Manhatten was trees and scrubland.
2007-12-21 04:22:56 · answer #2 · answered by Orla C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋