Over four centuries the rivalry between Amsterdam, London and New York dominated the world economy creating exceptional innovation and new models of urban living. In this episode, Amsterdam invents the corporation and the stock exchange.

Over four centuries the cities of Amsterdam, London and New York dominated the world economy creating exceptional innovation and new models of urban living. In this episode the rivalry between the two old world cities boils over into open conflict leading to a decisive moment for New York.

Over four centuries Amsterdam, London and New York dominated the world economy creating exceptional innovation and new models of urban living. In this episode, Amsterdam falls behind whereas London and New York push forward with ever more ambitious building projects.

Over four centuries the cities of Amsterdam, London and New York dominated the world economy creating exceptional innovation and new models of urban living. As the twentieth century dawns London, the world’s largest city, expands ever outwards, whilst New York decides to build upwards.