jan 1, 1714 - New Jersey adopts a slave code

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In 1702, Queen Anne orders "a constant and sufficient supply of merchantable negroes at moderate rates" be imported to New Jersey. Slavery becomes an important part of the colonial economy, with Perth Amboy serving as a major port of entry for slaves into the middle colonies.. By 1737, slaves constitute 8% of New Jersey's population.

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