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How Bensonhurst Got Its Name

Cornelis van Werkhoven acquired land from the Nyack Natives in 1652, trading basic goods, paving the way for what became New Utrecht and modern Bensonhurst.
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Bath Beach History

Bath Beach, originally a retreat for wealthy families escaping the city, evolved into a residential neighborhood influenced by significant immigrant populations, particularly after the 1929 stock market crash.
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