in England. In this work, Pauli delves into the origins of the Stahlhof, highlighting key historical figures and events that shaped the German trading community in London. The narrative begins with the early establishment of German merchants by the Thames and chronicles their development into a substantial trading corporation. Through anecdotes and documented privileges, Pauli illustrates the daily life of the traders, their community structure, and their integral role in the local economy. He further discusses the decline of the Stahlhof following significant challenges, including political shifts and calamities like the Great Fire of London, culminating in the eventual dissolution of the Hanse's stronghold in the city by the mid-17th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)