Events tagged with "john berkeley"

Historical Events tagged with "john berkeley"

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Politics & Government

John Berkeley Sells Half of New Jersey

March 18th, 1673 351 years ago

John Berkeley, an English lord, sold his half of New Jersey to the Quakers, marking a significant transition in land ownership. This agreement allowed the Quakers to expand their influence in the region. It was part of a broader effort by Quaker leaders to establish a community where they could practice their faith freely. The sale would lead to the eventual consolidation of New Jersey's governance under Quaker principles, impacting the region's social and political landscape.