January 1, 1772
The first traveler's cheques, which could be used in 90 European cities, are issued by the London Credit Exchange Company.
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On January 1, in the year 1772:
The first traveler's cheques, which could be used in 90 European cities, are issued by the London Credit Exchange Company.
A traveller's cheque is a medium of exchange that can be used in place of the currency of a country.
Why January 1, 1772 matters:
The first traveler's cheques, which could be used in 90 European cities, are issued by the London Credit Exchange Company.
What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.
Historical context: January 1, 1772
The Early Modern era accelerated global exchange of ideas, goods, and technologies, expanding science, navigation, and everyday material culture.
The event on this day: The first traveler's cheques, which could be used in 90 European cities, are issued by the London Credit Exchange Company.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traveller's_cheque (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)
Sources: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
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