RA Online: The Pepper Craze and the Golden Age of Salem, Massachusetts

The Pepper Craze and the Golden Age of Salem, Massachusetts
WB0165 –
Tuesday, August 11th
10 am – 11:15 am
$25 per person
This lecture explores the dramatic economic growth of Salem, MA, especially from 1776 to the War of 1812, from a modest fishing town to dominant maritime hub for American trade in the Indian Ocean. The instructor explains how in 1800 Salem became the nation's richest city per capita due primarily to flourishing trade with Indian port cities of Calcutta, Bombay and Madras and its ability to satisfy burgeoning demand for pepper from plantations on the northwest coast of Sumatra. The lecturer will also compare and contrast the rival trading patterns of Salem and Boston, as both sought fortune in China and the East Indies. Instructor: Michael Ranieri

• Online programs are typically 60 minutes of lecture with 15 minutes of Q&A at the END of the presentation. Students will be able to type questions into the system at any time during the presentation.
• No software or downloads are required. Students can participate using a desktop, laptop, smartphone, or tablet.
• Please call 239-434-4737 or visit RegisterRA.asapconnected.com to register. You will receive a confirmation email regarding your registration. Prior to the webinar, you will receive a separate email with your log-in information as well as a one-page instruction sheet for those unsure how to join the webinar.
• If your plans change and you are unable to attend our webinar, please call us to cancel