Episode 2 of 2
Division into Twelve Counties
- When
- November 1, 1683
- Where
- Province of New York
On November 1, 1683, Governor Thomas Dongan reorganized the government, dividing the province into twelve counties, each subdivided into towns.
The government was reorganized on November 1, 1683, resulting in the division of the state into twelve counties. This administrative structure, where towns are subdivisions of counties, was implemented by Royal Governor Thomas Dongan and established a pattern that continues in New York State today.
Sources
- Province of New York Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
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