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    Connecticut ‑ Map, Capital & State - HISTORY

    • The area now known as Connecticut saw its first inhabitants arrive more than 10,000 years ago. By the 16th century, various Native Americantribes lived there, including the Mohegan, Pequot, Schaghtic… See more

    Connecticut's Colonial History

    In the early 1630s, settlers from Massachusetts established the towns of Windsor, Wethersfield and Hartford. The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut of 1638 and 1… See more

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    Industrial Revolution and Economic Growth

    Connecticut experienced both population and economic growth in the 1800s and was at the … See more

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    Immigration and Social Change

    Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, Connecticut saw significant immigration, with waves of Irish, Italian, Polish, and other European immigrants seeking wo… See more

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    Connecticut in The 20th Century

    In the 20th century, Connecticut continued to evolve industrially and socially. In 1900, Yale University in New Haven co-founded the country’s first School of Forestry, launching c… See more

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  1. The U.S. state of Connecticut began as three distinct settlements of Puritans from Massachusetts and England; they combined under a single royal charter in 1663. Known as the "land of steady habits" for its political, social and religious conservatism, the colony prospered from the trade and farming of its ethnic English Protestant population.

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    Connecticut, often called the "Constitution State," joined the Union on January 9, 1788, as the fifth state. Known for its picturesque landscapes, from rolling hills to coastal harbors, Connecticut has significantly influenced the political and industrial history of the United States.

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    Does Connecticut have a history?
    Connecticut’s got its own history – and it includes some pretty famous figures. History goes beyond museums. Get up-close to history when you tour historic monuments and landmarks in Connecticut. Haunted history is alive in Connecticut. There are many places where ghosts are said to lurk.

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    Why is Connecticut important to American history?
    Connecticut plays an important role in our nation’s history. Visit American History museums and historic sites below and find more here. Historic homes boast stunning landscapes. Check out the ones below and find more here. Connecticut’s got its own history – and it includes some pretty famous figures. History goes beyond museums.

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    How many historic sites are there in Connecticut?
    When it comes to experiencing Connecticut, however, More Than Just Parks has 15 amazing historic sites for you to see. And we’re kicking off out list at #15 with the Glebe House & Gertrude Jekyll Garden. The Glebe House & Gertrude Jekyll Garden is located in Woodbury, Connecticut.

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    How has Connecticut influenced the history of the United States?
    Known for its picturesque landscapes, from rolling hills to coastal harbors, Connecticut has significantly influenced the political and industrial history of the United States. The area now known as Connecticut saw its first inhabitants arrive more than 10,000 years ago.

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    Does history come alive in Connecticut?
    History comes alive in Connecticut. Visit the spots below and find more history museums here. Maritime museums in Connecticut will take you beneath the surface. Plus, you'll check off some of Connecticut's most iconic destinations. The tale of the region’s American Indians is rich and fascinating.

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    Why should you visit a History Museum in Connecticut?
    Step back in time at the state’s museums dedicated to Native Americans, our maritime legacy, our tradition of innovation, our colonial-era heritage – all of which bring history to life. History comes alive in Connecticut. Visit the spots below and find more history museums here. Maritime museums in Connecticut will take you beneath the surface.

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    15 MUST-SEE Historic Sites In Connecticut (Guide + Photos)

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    Timeline: Settlement of the Colony of Connecticut

    May 26, 2021 · A timeline displaying the major events leading to Connecticut statehood, including its settlement by the Dutch, the origins of Hartford, Wethersfield, and Windsor, the founding of the Connecticut, New Haven, and …

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    List of National Historic Landmarks in Connecticut - Wikipedia

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    Exploring History in Connecticut | CTvisit

    Connecticut is a destination to explore fascinating stories of the past. Step back in time at the state’s museums dedicated to Native Americans, our maritime legacy, our tradition of innovation, our colonial-era heritage – all of which bring …

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    Connecticut History | a CTHumanities Project

    Stories about the people, traditions, innovations, and events that make up Connecticut's rich history.

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    History/Heritage - CTvisit

    Steeped in rich history, Connecticut is a destination to explore fascinating stories of the past. Step back in time at the state’s museums dedicated to Native Americans, our maritime legacy, our tradition of innovation, our colonial-era …

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    The State - Connecticut History | a CTHumanities Project

    A timeline displaying the major events leading to Connecticut statehood, including its settlement by the Dutch, the origins of Hartford, Wethersfield, and Windsor, the founding of the Connecticut, New Haven, and Saybrook …