Sussex County Native Americans
What was the name of the first bands of Native Americans in Sussex County?
The Munsee- a subgroup within the Lenape or Delaware Indians
Where were the first Sussex County settlers from?
The Netherlands- Dutch Colonists
What type of farms did the Early Settlers have
Dairy Farms
What was the name of the glacier that covered the entire county in thick ice?
The Wisconsin Glacier
What is another name for the Munsee Indian Tribe?
The Wolf Tribe after their principle totem
What was the name of the Dutch Explorer who explored Eastern North America?
Henry Hudson
What type of mining did they do in the mid 18th century
Iron Mining- In fact by the end of the 18th century, most of the trees in Sussex County ad been cut down to provide charcoal to fuel the forges and furnaces used in iron production.
What NJ county was Sussex County originally a part of
Burlington County, in 1739 it became a part of Morris County
What did the Native American's eat?
They were hunter/gatherer's- their diet consisted of game, plants and berries, clams and fish.
How many parts was New Jersey divided into?
Two (2), The province of New Jersey was divided into 2 parts East and West Jersey.
What are the other types of mines in Sussex County
Zinc and Florescent Minerals- Mines located in Franklin, NJ. Franklin is known as the "Florescent Mineral Capital of the World"
What year did Sussex County originate
June 8, 1753
This makes Sussex County 267 years old!!!
What did the Native Americans hunt with?
Spears, trap(made of stones and sticks), Atlatls, Bow and Arrow
The Port Jervis area was a part of which NJ county?
Burlington County
What mode of transportation was used for the Iron Ore and other products from Sussex County
The Sussex Railroad
What county was a part of Sussex County until 1824
Warren County- Created from the southern territory of Sussex County on November, 20, 1824 (196 years)
How many rock shelters have they found in Sussex County?
25
What borders (states) are noted on the "Border Rock"
New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania
What were some of the items traded with early Native Americans
Furs such as Beaver, Otter, Muskrat and Deer.
Where is the County Seat located
Newton, NJ