In 1812, New Jersey had more than 35,000 men of military age, 2,500 of them in uniformed militia companies. As the war continued more New Jersey militiamen were called to duty to help protect the state's coast from the British blockading fleet. With the British having captured a number of coastal trading vessels between Sandy Hook and Cumberland County's Maurice River in 1813-1814, New Jersey responded by activating more militiamen. Active duty militia strength reached 3,529 men in December 1814, with thousands more Jerseymen drilling monthly in preparation for such duty.
From the description of John Hulick collection, 1812-1826. (Princeton University Library). WorldCat record id: 181771011