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Documents Relating to the Colonial History, of the State of New Jersey, Vol. 2: 1687-1703 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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A rich collection of early American records chronicling New Jersey’s colonial era, 1687–1703.
This volume compiles primary documents, correspondence, and administrative materials that reveal governance, land issues, trade, and pirate activity along East and West Jersey. Readers gain direct access to the voices and decisions shaping the province during a formative stretch of its history.
Structured for researchers and history enthusiasts, the edition presents documents in context, with selections that illuminate how colonial authorities, proprietors, and traders interacted across New Jersey and nearby colonies. Through letters, proclamations, and official orders, you’ll trace the evolution of ports, boundaries, and political power, as well as the everyday challenges of frontier administration.
- Transcribed letters and official records from the late 17th century tied to East and West Jersey.
- Contextuals that help map governance, commerce, and border disputes of the era.
- Documentation of piracy concerns and maritime law as they impacted colonial policy.
- Editorial notes guiding interpretation of complex colonial proceedings.
Ideal for students, genealogists, and readers seeking a window into New Jersey’s early political and economic life.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a significant contribution to our understanding of the history of the State of New Jersey. The volume contains documents relating to the colonial history of the state, sourced from The Public Record Office, London; the New Jersey Historical Society Library; the West Jersey Records; and the manuscripts of William A. Whitehead. The documents cover a range of topics, including the founding of the state, its governance, and its relationship with Native American tribes. The book provides valuable insights into the political, social, and economic development of New Jersey during the colonial period. One of the key themes that emerges from this collection is the tension between the competing claims of different groups for land and resources. The documents provide a rich source of information for scholars and general readers interested in the history of New Jersey and the broader history of the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331588023_0
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