patroonship (Meaning)
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patroonship (n.)
The office of a patroon.
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The office of a patroon.
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The Dutch patroonship system granted extensive landholding privileges to wealthy individuals.
Patroons were expected to establish settlements, promote trade, and administer justice within their territories.
The patroonship system played a significant role in the early development of New Netherland.
The patroonship of Rensselaerswyck was the largest and most successful in New Netherland.
