History
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More fond memories of growing up Italian in Newark—and beyond.
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The 'Good and Kind' Heart of Lincoln
In his final act of compassion, the 16th President spared the life of a war-weary private from New Jersey.
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Growing Up Italian
In Newark’s North Ward, it was all about family, friends—and food.
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Tea Party Like It's 1774
In Ten Tea Parties: Patriotic Protests That History Forgot, New Jersey-based historian Joseph Cummins shines a bright light on some obscure and forgotten rebellions from America's past.
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The Burr in America's Side
David Stewart's American Emperor recounts the history of the Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton duel.
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Newark's Karmic Connection
The Dalai Lama prepares for his fourth visit to the Brick City, where he will attend a centennial celebration of his homeland's art at the Newark Museum.
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The Governor, The First Lady: And The Other Woman
Forget the image of Woodrow Wilson as puritanical prude. The 28th president had hot blood in his veins.
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Celebrating Jersey's Jews—and More
A 100,000-square-foot National Museum of American Jewish History is set to open in Philadelphia, with a little help from New Jersey donors.
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Dylan Revisited
Esteemed history scholar and Princeton professor Sean Wilentz tackles a different subject in his new book—legendary musician Bob Dylan.
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A Long Way From Home
For 2,436 Confederate soldiers, the road to rebellion ended in a South Jersey burial ground.
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Wharton State Forest
With the Batsto Village, a once-vital ironworks camp, Wharton State Forest offers history as well as nature.
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Washington Crossing State Park
Stop by the Nature Center at Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville for environmental exhibits and events, or relive history at the very site where Washington launched his famous surprise attack.
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The Last Synagogue
In Newark, a small congregation strives to maintain its historic presence.
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Atlantic City's Godfather
A Q&A with Judge Nelson Johnson, whose book—Boardwalk Empire: The Birth, High Times, and Corruption of Atlantic City—was made into an HBO miniseries.
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Road to Revolution
Five men signed the Declaration of Independence for
New Jersey. Their patriotism is honored with historic
homes, namesake towns—even a Turnpike rest area.
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New Jersey Roots
An in-depth look at New Jersey's signature ethos—our wonderful multiculturalism.
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Connected To The Community
Bergen County offered Dr. Mingi Choi and his wife, Heather, a way to help others.
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The Visit Of A Lifetime
Having come to Jersey for a year, a Dublin couple ended up putting down roots.
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More Than A Taste Of Home
The Rojas family’s bakery has become a delicious haven for the Colombian community.
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Living The Dream
Palestinian traditions and American freedoms blend perfectly in Paterson.
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Best Of Both Worlds
A Rutgers professor clings to her culture—and cheers for her team.
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Begin With A Broom
German immigrant Henry Thumann built the deli company his heirs have tended.
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The Cantor's Kin
Tracing seven generations back to the leader of Newark’s first Jewish congregation.
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The 'Red Road' To Self-Discovery
She found her calling when she came to terms with her Ramapough Lenape heritage.
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Education Got Them Across The Tracks
The long, hard road from Italy leads to the mayor’s office in Nutley.
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A Fortunate Twist of Fate
Plucked from their homes during World War II, they made a life in Jersey.
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Still Bloodlines Run Deep
From slave days to modern times, this South Jersey family has been a witness to history.
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Like Father, Like Son, And Son, And Son...
A long legacy of service distinguishes Jersey’s Frelinghuysen family.
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Trenton's Big Moment
225 years ago, New Jersey’s modern-day capital served
as America’s seat of government.
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My Gray Green
Banks have replaced many of the shops that made the Morristown Green lively. Some say the retailers will return, but I wonder.
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Day Trip: Bayonne
A bridge not too far leads to the hot dogs, history, and parkland of Hudson County’s Peninsula City.
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Executive Clout
Constitution of 1947
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Commanding Presence
Governor William Livingston 1723-1790
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A Cliff Before Dying
Alexander Hamilton
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