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Union, New Jersey

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.
Founded 1808 | Population 60,000 | Peak 60,000 (2024) | County Union 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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Complete Historical Timeline

1780 Disaster
Battle of Connecticut Farms
1780 Culture
Higher Education
1808 Government
Township
2010 Culture
Modern Era

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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