Dr. Barry Gough – Commerce & History
Barry Gough, in his interviews and writings, often emphasizes the pivotal role of commerce in shaping history, particularly in the context of maritime trade and imperial expansion. He argues that economic forces have been as influential as political and military actions in determining the course of nations, pointing to the fur trade’s role in shaping Canada, the British Empire’s reliance on naval commerce, and the global competition for resources that fueled exploration and conflict.