In 1663 eight men were given a charter to develop the land between?

In 1663, eight men were granted a charter to develop the land between the Hudson and Delaware Rivers, which became known as the Province of New Jersey. This charter was part of the English Crown's efforts to establish control over the region after the Dutch surrendered their claims. The eight men, known as the "proprietors," aimed to attract settlers and promote agriculture and commerce in the area. Their efforts laid the foundation for New Jersey's growth and development in the years to come.