Kings
Kings, county in southeastern New York, U.S. Occupying the southwestern tip of Long Island, it is coextensive with the New York City borough of Brooklyn. It was formed in 1683 and was named to honor King Charles II of England. Area 71 square miles (184 square km). Pop. (2000) 2,465,326; (2010) 2,504,700.
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Article Title:
Kings
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
09 January 2024
Access Date:
April 20, 2025