| A short history of the New Jersey State flag | New Jersey was one of the 13 original states, and disposed of all signs of British royal dominance in 1776. The seal was designed by Eugene de Simitiere, and was made up of a coat of arms. The blue shield containing three ploughs illustrated the importance of agriculture to the state economy. The supporters are Liberty on the left, and Ceres, the Roman goddess of agriculture, and the crest is an armored helmet toped by a horse's head. The colors and the details to be used were not officially regulated until 1928. It was at this time when the scroll was added and the date changed to Arabic figures. In March 1898 the arms were placed on the buff background to serve as a flag for the state governor and the commander-in-chief of the state militia. The flag was in general use by the public in the 1930's, and the usage was legalized in 1938. |
| A short history of New Jersey (The Garden State) | New Jersey has an extensive agricultural base, and strong industrial activity. First settled by the Dutch in 1623. It became an English colony in 1664, and a royal province in 1702. In 1776 independent government was set up, and the state ratified the Constitution on December 18,1787. |
| Area of New Jersey | 7,787 sq. miles |
Capital
| Trenton |
| Major Products | Chemicals, electronic and electrical equipment, machinery, tomatoes, corn, fruit |
| State Motto | Liberty and prosperity |
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