In 1392, Richard II eliminated tariffs on eel imports, & asked foreign merchants to bring eels "from over sea, where they are abundant, to London where they are dear."
#eels #history #Medieval #london
Surprised Eel Historian, PhD on Nostr: Once upon a time, the English government wanted to increase trade with the Continent. ...
Once upon a time, the English government wanted to increase trade with the Continent. At least...trade in eels.
In 1392, Richard II eliminated tariffs on eel imports, & asked foreign merchants to bring eels "from over sea, where they are abundant, to London where they are dear."
#eels #history #Medieval #london
In 1392, Richard II eliminated tariffs on eel imports, & asked foreign merchants to bring eels "from over sea, where they are abundant, to London where they are dear."
#eels #history #Medieval #london