YouTube channel New Netherland Now is a channel dedicated to shining a spotlight on America's forgotten Dutch colonial past. Not only here in New York City, but all across the area we know now as New England, the Dutch were here first and established their own colony. In this fourth and final video of the series, learn about how New Amsterdam influenced New York, and further, America as a whole.

If you think the United States was just the result of group of conservative pilgrims fleeing persecution, you're wrong. Part of the United States can be traced to the revolutionary, relatively free and open Dutch Republic. The small colony of New Amsterdam had a much larger impact on America than previously thought.

First, it's never a good idea to jump a subway turnstile if you are short of fare. Second, if you do decide to cheat the MTA out of $2.75, it's probably best to jump the standard turnstiles and not climb over the giant rotating metal gates. Third, if you decide to climb over the gates, try not to get stuck, preventing that gate from being used until the FDNY can come and rescue you.

Today's Subway Etiquette Tip: If you are going to be an idiot on the New York City subway, try not to inconvenience other people when doing so.

Good morning! Wishing you a happy Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 from all of us at Viewing NYC!

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