In 1614 explorer Adriaen Block claimed what is now this U.S. state for the Dutch
The prospect of successful fur trade prompted the 
States General, the governing body of the Dutch Republic, to issue a statement 
on March 27,... [DOC] [TLE] The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Connecticut - 1614 ... [PAR] 1614 ADRIAEN ... Adriaen Block was hired to investigate and trade for furs.