Economic interests drove Dutch colonization from "summary" of The Dutch and Quaker Colonies in America, Vol. 1 of 2 by John Fiske
The Dutch colonization of America was primarily motivated by economic interests. The Dutch West India Company was established with the goal of pursuing profitable ventures in the New World. The company sought to establish trade routes and exploit the resources of the Americas in order to generate wealth for the Dutch Republic. This focus on economic gain was a driving force behind Dutch colonization efforts in the 17th century. The Dutch were particularly interested in the fur trade, which was a lucrative industry at the time. The abundance of beavers in North America made it an attractive destination for Dutch traders looking to capitalize on the demand for fur in Europe. The Dutch established trading posts and settlements along the Hudson River in present-day New York in order to facilitate the fur trade an...
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