Question

What was the relationship between Peter Minuit and the American Indians of New Netherland ? a) Minuit helped the Indians capture more territory. b) Minuit defeated the Indians and acquired land. c) Minuit purchased Manhattan Island from the Indians. d) Minuit gave Manhattan Island to the Indians.

Answer 1

The best answer is C. He is generally credited for purchasing the island for the Dutch, who later used the land to build the city of New Amsterdam.