Time Travellers: Conversations with the Past" takes us back to 17th-century Sweden to meet Johan Palmstruch, the father of paper money in Europe. episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 18, 2023 · 9 MIN

Time Travellers: Conversations with the Past" takes us back to 17th-century Sweden to meet Johan Palmstruch, the father of paper money in Europe.

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In a fascinating episode of "Time Travellers: Conversations with the Past," listeners are taken back to 17th-century Sweden to meet Johan Palmstruch, the man who introduced the concept of paper money in Europe. Despite facing adversity, including a banking crash and imprisonment, Palmstruch's innovative idea revolutionized the banking system and laid the groundwork for modern banking. His story serves as a valuable lesson in innovation, responsibility, and the importance of learning from our mistakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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