In ‘This Week in History,’ a German composer brought a grand vision to New York City and left a lasting legacy for American music.

In ‘This Week in History,’ US Treasurer Salmon Chase approved of an idea, early in the Civil War, that changed the history of American currency.

In ‘This Week in History,’ the Dutch and English battled for land, a revolution broke out, and a headstrong statesman became the first U.S. ambassador.

In ‘This Week in History,’ post-revolution America makes trade connections in Asia, but convincing the anti-Christian, anti-Western Japan proves a tall task.