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Brick, New Jersey

Located in Ocean County, New Jersey, Brick was established in 1850. Named for Joseph Brick, a 19th-century industrialist. Superstorm Sandy caused extensive damage in 2012.
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Founded 1850 | Population 75,000 | Peak 75,000 (2024) | County Ocean County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Brick, New Jersey

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1850 Township Formed: Named for Joseph Brick, industrialist.
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1850 Early Settlement: Brick was established by early settlers in the region.
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1900 Economic Development: Brick grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2012 Superstorm Sandy: Devastating damage.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1850 Government
Township Formed
1850 Culture
Early Settlement
1900 Industry
Economic Development
2012 Disaster
Superstorm Sandy

Did You Know?

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Named for Joseph Brick, a 19th-century industrialist.
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Superstorm Sandy caused extensive damage in 2012.
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One of the most populous townships in New Jersey.
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Brick is located in Ocean County, New Jersey.
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Brick was founded in 1850.

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