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Welcome to the America 250 | CT Commission resource website!

As we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are excited to share Connecticut-based resources with people throughout the state. Whether you love history or are just curious, this website has something for everyone.

Institutions have come together to share fantastic resources—books, articles, websites, documents, objects, and more—inviting you to explore the history of Connecticut and our nation. Dive into exciting primary sources, check out classroom lesson plans, and listen to fascinating oral histories that take you back in time. Thank you to all our partners for sharing their resources and committing to making history more accessible for all.

The goal of the America 250 | CT Commission is to make history and civics easy to understand and enjoyable for everyone. Don’t just read the resources on this website; visit the institutions that have committed to making them accessible for everyone. Together, we can appreciate and learn from these stories that make our country's tapestry so special.

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David Humphreys, Soldier, Statesman, and Agricultural Innovator

Despite an accomplished political career, David Humphreys is best remembered for introducing Merino sheep to North America.
Mariann Wolcott and Ralph Earl - Opposites Come Together and Make History

The story of Mariann Wolcott and Ralph Earl captures much of the complexity the Revolutionary War brought to the lives and interactions of ordinary citizens.
Caleb Brewster and the Culper Spy Ring

Caleb Brewster used his knowledge of Long Island Sound to serve as a member of the Culper Spy Ring during the Revolutionary War.
The Hartford Wits

Eventually taking the name the "Hartford Wits," influential figures of the 18th century got together to write poetry that documented the state of the times.
The Articles of Confederation: America’s First Constitution

The Articles of Confederation loosely served as the nation's first formal governing document, until ultimately being replaced by the US Constitution.
David Bushnell and his Revolutionary Submarine

David Bushnell became the Father of Submarine Warfare during the American Revolution
Roger Sherman, Revolutionary and Dedicated Public Servant

Roger Sherman is also the only person to have signed all four of the most significant documents in our nation’s early history.
Benedict Arnold: America's Most Famous Traitor

Benedict Arnold of Norwich was one of the great Continental army heroes of the American Revolution before committing treason and joining the British army.
East Haven’s Revolutionary Salt Works

East Haven's Amos Morris helped supply Americans with salt (essential for preserving food) during critical shortages brought on by the American Revolution.
Israel Putnam: A Youthful Trailblazer Turned Colonial Militiaman

Israel Putnam served with distinction in the Seven Years' War and in the Revolutionary War, particularly at the Battle of Bunker Hill.

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