The dollar emerged as the official currency of the United States at a meeting of the Continental Congress on 8th August, 1786. During the American Revolution, various international coins had remained in circulation - alongside commodities like tobacco and cod.
The transition to paper money faced challenges due to counterfeiting concerns, which persisted unti ... Show More
Jan 22
Unmasking New York's 'Mad Bomber'
George Metesky’s campaign of terror as ‘the Mad Bomber of New York’ ended abruptly on 22nd January, 1957. Between 1940 and 1956, he had planted at least 32 bombs in public places, including theatres, railway stations, libraries, and landmarks such as Grand Central Terminal. Polic ... Show More
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Episode 250 of</span> <a href="https://www.hiddenforces.io/podcasts"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Hidden Forces</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">, Demetri Kofinas speaks with CEO of Santiago Capital and originator of the "Dollar ... Show More