1) In 1782, the British surrender of New York City officially ended the American Revolutionary War. Many New Jersey troops played a crucial role in the battle.

2) In 1835, the New Jersey Railroad and Transportation Company was chartered, laying the groundwork for the state's expansive rail system.

3) In 1864, the Battle of Honey Hill occurred in South Carolina during the Civil War. Several New Jersey units participated in the Union victory.

4) In 1900, the first electric train was operated in North Bergen, New Jersey. The train connected the town to Hudson County and paved the way for electrified commuter railroads.

5) In 1988, Morris Township's Fosterfields Living Historical Farm was added to the National Register of Historic Places. The farm, established in 1760, is a preserved example of New Jersey's agricultural history.