New York, Founded 1664 Alyssa Shover

James II founded New York in 1664. Charles II, James brother, gave the land to James. October 1633 - September 1701.

An old dutch church from the 1600s. In New York, James II promised religious freedom.

A geography map of New York. New York has at least 15 rivers and three mountain ranges. New York is 304.6 mi2.

Some jobs in 1664 were clock makers.

Another job in 1664 were barbers.

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