Atlantic County, New Jersey

3rd Battalion Gloucester County Militia 44th National Encampment Grand Army of the Republic 8-inch Finishing Building 8-Inch Plant Receiving Building 8-Inch Pouring Building 87th Infantry Division Monument 9-11-2001 9-11-2001 A City Is Born A Pane in the Glass Factory A. Phillip Randolph Absecon Lighthouse Absecon Presbyterian Church Absecon United Methodist Church All Veterans Memorial American Hotel Asbury Methodist Church Atlantic City Expressway Atlantic City Workers Monument Atlantic County Court House Atlantic County Parks Along the Great Egg Harbor River Auxiliary Power System Baptist Church of Hammonton Barbara Walker Bass Harbor Battle of Chestnut Neck Bay Avenue Night Life BeBe Shopp Belcoville 1917 Bethlehem Loading Co. Bette Cooper Bog Ore Brigantine Golf and Country Club British Anchor Burial Ground of Col. Richard Somers Camp Boardwalk Capenter Walkway Carolyn Sapp Casino Control Act Charles A. 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Usry-Hollingsworth Spanish War Marker Submarine Veterans Memorial Susan Akin Susan Perkins Susan Powell Suzette Charles Swimming the Ladder to Success Tara Holland Tawny Godin Terry Meeuwsen The Anchorage The Brigantine Lighthouse The Daniel Estell House The Estellville Methodist Church The Etna (Aetna) Furnace The Fishing Pier Then & Now The Flattening House The Head of the River Church The Labyrinth at Longport The Life-Saving Station The Linwood Historic District The Melting Furnace The Pot House The Presbyterian Church, Mays Landing The Roundhouse Museum The Tie That Binds The Whaling Bark Stafford They Called It “KY & The Curb” This Section of Steel Beam Thomas Morris House Transportation Tsgt. Harold R. Brown Memorial Plaza U.S. Navy Commandant Richard SomersÂ’ Birthplace USCS Steamer Robert J. 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Atlantic County, located in the southeastern part of New Jersey, has a rich history that stretches back to precolonial times. The land that is now Atlantic County was originally home to the Lenape Native American tribe, who had an established society based on fishing, hunting, and agriculture. European settlers began arriving in the area in the 17th century, with English, Dutch, and Swedish colonizers trading with the Lenape for furs and other resources.

In 1694, Atlantic County was officially established as a part of Gloucester County. However, it wasn't until 1837 that the county was formally organized and separated from Gloucester County. The name "Atlantic" was chosen due to the region's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. The county saw rapid growth and development in the 19th century, thanks to improvements in transportation, especially the construction of the Camden and Atlantic Railroad.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Atlantic County experienced a boom in population and tourism. The seaside resorts of Atlantic City and Margate became popular destinations, attracting wealthy vacationers from cities like Philadelphia and New York. Atlantic City became particularly famous for its boardwalk and casino industry, establishing its reputation as the "Las Vegas of the East."

However, the county also faced challenges in the 20th century. The Great Depression of the 1930s hit Atlantic City hard, leading to a decline in tourism and economic instability. In recent years, efforts have been made to revitalize the county, with a focus on diversifying the economy beyond tourism and casinos. Atlantic County continues to be an important center for agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare, while also preserving its historical and cultural heritage.
Brief timeline of the history of Atlantic County, New Jersey:

  • 1673 - The land that would later become Atlantic County is discovered and explored by English settlers.
  • 1837 - Atlantic County is officially established as a county in the state of New Jersey.
  • 1854 - The City of Atlantic City is incorporated as a separate municipality within Atlantic County.
  • 1870 - The first railroad reaches Atlantic City, spurring a period of growth and development.
  • 1884 - The famous Boardwalk is constructed in Atlantic City, becoming a popular attraction.
  • 1920s - Atlantic City experiences a period of prosperity and becomes a popular tourist destination.
  • 1944 - The first legal casino opens in Atlantic City, marking the beginning of the city's casino industry.
  • 1976 - Gambling is legalized in New Jersey, leading to a boom in casino construction in Atlantic City.
  • 1989 - The Showboat Casino Hotel becomes the first casino to open a hotel tower in Atlantic City.
  • 2013 - The Revel Casino Hotel opens and closes within a year, reflecting the decline of Atlantic City's casino industry.
  • 2015 - Atlantic City files for bankruptcy, facing financial troubles and declining revenues.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Atlantic County, New Jersey.

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