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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.
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  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.
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  Jeremiah Wadsworth, "foremost in every enterprise"

  Jeremiah Wadsworth was a sea-going merchant, commissary general to the Continental army, and founder of the nation’s first banks.
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  Hannah Bunce Watson: One of America's First Female Publishers

  Hannah Bunce Watson was one of the first female publishers in America and helped the Hartford Courant survive one of the most challenging times in its history.
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  Christopher Leffingwell Born - Today in History: June 11

  On June 11, 1734, businessman and civic leader Christopher Leffingwell was born in Norwich.
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  Hannah Bunce Watson: One of America’s First Female Publishers

  Hannah Bunce Watson was one of the first female publishers in America and helped the Hartford Courant survive one of the most challenging times in its history.