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East Jersey

historical region, New Jersey, United States
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East Jersey was one of two provinces that comprised the colonial-era Province of New Jersey. It was established in 1676 when the proprietors divided the colony into East and West Jersey. This division was based on land ownership, with Sir George Carteret receiving East Jersey and a group of Quakers receiving West Jersey. The division persisted until 1702, when the entire province reverted to the English crown. East Jersey's early history includes Dutch settlement at Bergen (now Jersey City) in 1660 and its subsequent transfer to English rule in 1664. The region played a significant role in the American Revolution, earning the nickname "Crossroads of the Revolution" due to the numerous battles fought there.12

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