How A Massacre Created Modern Capitalism: The Huguenot Legacy
About this episode
This episode explores the economic impact of the French Huguenots and their role in the development of modern capitalism.
On the anniversary of the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre, we explore the extraordinary economic impact of the French Huguenots. Discover how these religious refugees pioneered the merchant class, redefined the relationship between faith and finance, and built the foundations of modern capitalism. From the streets of Paris to the boardrooms of the Bank of Ireland, this episode uncovers the hidden history of the people who transformed the global economy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Hosts: David McWilliams, John Davis
Topics covered
- economic impact
- French Huguenots
- merchant class
- faith and finance
- modern capitalism
- global economy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bank of Ireland
Places: France, Ireland
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