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Part 1

The restored English monarch Charles II pushes his nation into a fierce contest with the Dutch Republic for control of global commerce in the 17th century, driven by the political dynamics inside his court and the rival strategies of his Dutch counterpart Johann de Witt. As tensions rise, this opening segment follows how economic ambitions, naval build-ups, and court politics set the stage for prolonged conflict on the seas.

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  • Originally Aired October 6, 2009
  • Runtime 55 minutes
  • Network PBS
  • Created December 7, 2019 by
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  • Modified January 11, 2026 by
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Name Type Role
Bruce Twickler Writer
Bruce Twickler Director
David Hickman Director