Did the Dutch trade Manhattan for nutmeg?

Did the Dutch trade Manhattan for nutmeg?

Today nutmeg is commonplace, but this wasn't always the case. In the 17th century, the Dutch and the British fought a trade war over nutmeg. Join Chuck and Josh as they travel across continents and centuries to trace the story of nutmeg and Manhattan.

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