Papers Relating to an Act of the Assembly of the Province of New-York For encouragement of the Indian trade, &c. and for prohibiting the selling of Indian goods to the French, viz. of Canada

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In the early 18th century, as colonial tensions simmered, the New York Assembly enacted pivotal legislation to regulate trade with Indigenous peoples while simultaneously restricting commerce with French traders. "Papers Relating to an Act of the Assembly of the Province of New-York For encouragement of the Indian trade, &c. and for prohibiting the selling of Indian goods to the French, viz. of Canada" by Colden et al. delves into the intricate dynamics of colonial policy, highlighting the economic motivations behind the protection of Indigenous trade and the prohibition of certain goods. Ideal for historians and civic activists, this document provides essential insights into colonial governance and the complexities of Indigenous relations in a rapidly changing world. Explore the nuances of early American trade and its lasting implications.

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