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- New York was first claimed by Henry Hudson in 1609
- New York is a leading destination of international immigration
- The major ancestry groups in New York State are African Americans
- Those with Italian ancestry constitute 14 % of New York's population
- New York has a lot of Dominican and Jamaican population
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New York is the third most populous state in the United States. It is in the northeastern region, often referred to as New York State to distinguish it from New York City. New York City is the largest city in the United States and has been the gateway for immigration to the United States. It is the financial and cultural centre of the country. New York was inhabited by the Algonquin, Iroquois and Lenape Native Americans during Dutch and French migration in early 17th century. The area came under the British in 1664. New York State has a population of about 19.3 million. New York City and its suburban counties have a population of 13.2 million.
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