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The global economic dominance of today’s major cities traces back to the fascinating and turbulent histories of Amsterdam, London, and New York. Each city pioneered a revolutionary urban concept that spurred ambitious designs and groundbreaking technologies.
This series explores 400 years of intense rivalry that fostered great minds and the vibrant energy these cities embody today.

00:00 - Episode 1 - A Century of Gold (1585-1656)
In 1585, the modest city of Amsterdam begins its transformation into the first global metropolis in human history. Witness the rise of Amsterdam’s dominance in world trade and the groundbreaking innovations that fueled its success. Across the Channel, London is still finding its footing, but its destiny as a hub of commerce and finance is already taking shape.

52:56 - Episode 2 - Rivalries (1650-1800)
At its height, Amsterdam becomes Europe’s third-largest city, but London steadily takes the lead. Meanwhile, a new contender emerges: New Amsterdam, initially a Dutch settlement, is eventually seized by England and renamed New York.

1:44:57 - Episode 3 - The Age of Metropolises (1800-1880)
Explore how, just two decades after the American Revolution, New York begins to establish itself as London’s formidable rival. Throughout the 19th century, both cities experience industrialization, modernity, and the immense challenges posed by mass migration and widespread poverty.

2:37:20 - Episode 4 - Global Cities (1880-2017)
London and New York embrace gigantism, paving the way for the cities of tomorrow. New York invents the skyscraper and the skyline, reshaping urbanism worldwide. Meanwhile, London, at the heart of the British Empire and the wealthiest city of its time, struggles with pollution and its deadly effects while battling persistent poverty on an enormous scale.

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