The incandescent glow of a million lights illuminating the most iconic city on earth. This classic black and white photo is the most produce image of any city in the world. The hopes and dreams of millions of Americans have flowed through this gateway over the centuries. Henry Hudson first mapped Manhattan in 1609, and the Hudson River is named after him. The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle as fur traders. Before being called New York the area was called New Amsterdam and the New Orange before the Dutch surrender. The British rule however was to be short lived.