Ina Baghdiantz McCabe - Marcara Avanchintz: Story of an Armenian Merchant

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In this fascinating biography of a 17th century Armenian merchant, Dr. Baghdiantz McCabe reveals the significance and expert reputation of Armenians in world trade. Hired by the Minister of Finance of King Louis XIV to co-direct the French East India Company, Marcara Avanchintz was instrumental in opening India to French trade. The events that followed illustrate the extent of the New Julfan Armenian trade network, reaching from the gem trade in India to the royal court in Versailles.

Dr. Ina Baghdiantz McCabe is a Professor of history and the first holder of the Darakjian and Jafarian Chair in Armenian History at Tufts University.