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Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes & the Pursuit of Happiness
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Exploring New Jersey's land records unveils a captivating history dating back 350 years, revealing the state's founding and boundaries through documents authored by those who never visited North America. The narrative highlights heroes, including freed African Americans who fought for property rights, alongside intriguing tales like a silk baron's castle and a dramatic incident during the American Revolution. Land title expert Joseph Grabas delves into these overlooked stories, showcasing the quest for happiness and property in early New Jersey.
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Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes & the Pursuit of Happiness, Joseph A. Grabas
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- Owning New Jersey: Historic Tales of War, Property Disputes & the Pursuit of Happiness
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Joseph A. Grabas
- Publisher
- History Press
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 194
- ISBN13
- 9781540211026
- Category
- World history
- Description
- Exploring New Jersey's land records unveils a captivating history dating back 350 years, revealing the state's founding and boundaries through documents authored by those who never visited North America. The narrative highlights heroes, including freed African Americans who fought for property rights, alongside intriguing tales like a silk baron's castle and a dramatic incident during the American Revolution. Land title expert Joseph Grabas delves into these overlooked stories, showcasing the quest for happiness and property in early New Jersey.