The Steel Yard in Thames Street, headquarters of the Hanse Merchants or Esterlings in London, England as it appeared in 1667. Hanseatic League of about 100 north German towns and trading interests important in northern Europe from 13th century. Less powerful from 15th century and last Diet (assembly) met 1669. Engraving

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