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Facts about Size - The area of
the State covers 8722 square miles
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The Constitution -
New Jersey was the 3rd State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities in
New Jersey - Newark, Jersey City and Paterson
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New Jersey State Motto - " Liberty and Prosperity "
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Facts about the State Nickname - The
Garden State - It was referred to as such by Abraham Browning
on August 24, 1876 his sentiments were as follows 'Our Garden
State is like a huge barrel, with both ends open, one of which
is plucked by New York and the other by Pennsylvania'
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There is no
official State Song for New Jersey
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Short History of
New Jersey - The region was settled by Dutch and Swedish
colonists in the 1620s and 1630s, was ceded to the English as
part of New Netherland in 1664, and became a royal province in
1702
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Origin of the name
New Jersey - Sir John Berkley and Sir George Carteret received a
royal charter for a colony in the new land. The colony was
named after the British island of Jersey, situated in the
English Channel. Carteret had been born on Jersey and had been
Lieutenant Governor of the island.
Best Places to Visit in New Jersey
Where are the best
places to visit in New Jersey? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in New Jersey? Visit interesting historical sites
and places in New Jersey during your vacation. Have fun travelling
through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in New
Jersey.
The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist
attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in New Jersey! Best Places to
Visit in New Jersey - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in New Jersey - Historical Sites
Facts about
the Names
of the Symbols / Emblems of of New Jersey
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of New Jersey:
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