Located in Union County, New Jersey, Union was established in 1808. Site of the 1780 Battle of Connecticut Farms during the Revolution. Kean University is in Union.
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Founded1808|Population60,000|Peak60,000(2024)|CountyUnion County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Union, New Jersey
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1780Battle of Connecticut Farms: Revolutionary War battle.
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1780Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Union's character and economy.
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1808Township: Union Township.
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2010Modern Era: Union continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?
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Site of the 1780 Battle of Connecticut Farms during the Revolution.
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Kean University is in Union.
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Township in Union County — yes, Union in Union County.
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Union was founded in 1808.
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Union has a population of approximately 60,000.
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