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What innovation made the Dutch East India Company revolutionary?
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Understanding how institutions evolved helps you understand the world today. From the origins of banking to the development of democracy, these are the building blocks of civilization.
Learn how governance structures shaped societies across millennia.
Trace the evolution of trade, banking, and financial systems.
Discover how religious institutions influenced cultures worldwide.
See how universities and libraries preserved human wisdom.
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