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The Ascent of Money Episode 2: Bonds of War

Niall Ferguson on John Law and his Louisiana territory Ponzi scheme; bond markets support warfare in Europe; globalization accelerates with the economic invasion of the Far East.
Length 55:41 Premiere: 07/08/09

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Season Episodes

Part 4: Planet Finance

S1 E4 Length 55:49 Premiere Date 07/08/09

Part 3: Risky Business

S1 E3 Length 56:04 Premiere Date 07/07/09

Part 2: Bonds of War

S1 E2 Length 55:36 Premiere Date 07/06/09

Part 1: From Bullion to Bubbles

S1 E1 Length 56:08 Premiere Date 07/05/09

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