A historiographical history of the Dutch colony of New Netherland. The historiography has changed a lot over the years. From Diedrich Knickerbocker to Russell Shorto, every writer had their own...Show moreA historiographical history of the Dutch colony of New Netherland. The historiography has changed a lot over the years. From Diedrich Knickerbocker to Russell Shorto, every writer had their own heroes and focus. This thesis is how this historiography has changed over the years.Show less