Wall Street is best known for its connection to the financial markets, as it is the birthplace of large banks and stock exchanges. However, not many consider the origin of the street’s name. Wall Street is named after the literal wall that was built in 1653, separating New Amsterdam from the rest of Manhattan, to protect against invaders. Nevertheless, the British took control of the colony in 1664, renaming it New York. The wall had fallen into disrepair by 1669, and what remained was torn down in 1699, but the street…
