West Jersey
historical region, New Jersey, United States
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West Jersey was a historical region within the colony of New Jersey. In 1676, the province of New Jersey was divided into East and West Jersey. West Jersey was granted to a group of Quakers. This division persisted until 1702 when the entire province reverted to the crown. The region played a significant role in the American Revolution, with over 100 battles taking place there, earning it the nickname "Crossroads of the Revolution". New Jersey became the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on December 18, 1787.1
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