The history of Newark, New Jersey is jam-packed with events that shaped this glorious city which, is now widely recognized as the next big urban hub of America, and an important location of economic, political and cultural importance. The ensuing decades have been crucial to understanding the prevalent aspects of these events, so as to better appreciate what they did to Newark and how they affected society at large. With this piece, we want to understand the gradual advancement of Newark's growth over the centuries and how it has contributed immensely to the modern economy.