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Connecticut (Fairfield County), Bethel — Bethel World War I Monument
Erected By The Community Association Of Bethel In Honor Of Her War Veterans 1928 — Map (db m21233)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Bethel — In Memory of All Bethel Veterans
This monument is dedicated to the brave men and women of the town of Bethel who, in times of war and peace, have faithfully served their country. We honor and express gratitude for their courage and the sacrifices they made to keep America a free nation. The contributions of our veterans will never be forgotten. The preservation of peace and freedom for generations to come, rests not just with our veterans, but in the hands of out youth. Dedicated on the 21st of May 2000 — Map (db m21234)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Brookfield — Brookfield Veterans Monument
Dedicated to the Men and Women of Brookfield who Served in our Country’s Armed Service in Defense Of our Freedom — Map (db m21230)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Black Soldiers Memorial
Dedicated to the Memory Of the Black Soldiers of Greater Danbury who Served in the 29th and 30th Regiments, Conn. Volunteer Infantry During the Civil War 1861 – 1865 [ Names inscribed on the back ] 29th Conn Infantry Pvt James Adams • + Cpl Charles Aray • Pvt William Armstrong • Pvt William Avery • Cpl Allen Banks • Pvt Willis Banks • Pvt Joseph Barker • Cpl James Brewster • + Pvt Elbert Brown • Pvt Jerome Brown • Pvt Thomas Burr • Pvt Henry Butler • Cpl . . . — Map (db m23052)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury
Marker Front: Eight families came from Norwalk in 1685 to settle this area which the Indians called Pahquioque. They built their first homes a half mile south of here and made this green their common. The General Court in October 1687 decreed the name “Danbury” although the settlers had chosen “Swampfield.” Beans and other crops helped make Danbury an inland trading center by 1750 with a population of two thousand. At the start of the American Revolution this . . . — Map (db m22836)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury 9-11 Memorial
Dedicated in loving memory to Connecticut victims of the terrorist attack on the United States September 11, 2001 Mayor Mark D. Boughton Danbury 9-11 Memorial Committee September 11, 2004 — Map (db m22833)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury Area Korean War Memorial
Korean War 1950 – 1953 to those who died Honor and Eternal Rest to those still missing Rememberance and Hope to those who returned Gratitude and Peace [Inscribed on the left panel] Danbury Richard Q. Braman PFC USMC KIA 22 Sep 1950 Lee R. Hartell 1st Lt USA KIA 27 Aug 1951 Medal of Honor Richard C. Newton Pfc USA KIA 22 Jul 1953 Donald J. Cunha Cpl USMC KIA 17 Sep 1951 Leonard C. Hull Cpl USA MIA 20 Jul 1950 Albert W. Plumb Pvt . . . — Map (db m23404)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury Area Vietnam War Memorial
1964 Vietnam War 1975 Dedicated this 29th day of May 1988 by the people of the greated Danbury area to those men and women who served their country during the Vietnam War. This memorial symbolizes the courage and sacrifices made by individuals as well as the humanity and compassion shown towards the people, and in particular, the children of the Republic of Vietnam. Bethel Harold F. Gentile, Cpl, USA KIA 6/24/68 Gary C. Griswold, PFC, USMC KIA 10/14/67 William B. Mitchell, PFC, . . . — Map (db m23401)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury City Hall Wall
Between 1886 and 1970 the Danbury City Hall was situated in the site of the present library courtyard. This wall, part of the original structure, stands as an enduring symbol preserving our City’s historic heritage. — Map (db m22790)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury Veterans Monument
Center Marker:In Honor of The Men and Women of Danbury who served in the World War 1917 – 1919 In Memory of these men who made the supreme sacrifice for liberty Toby Asmar Co. M. 325th Infantry Killed In Action October 11, 1918 Martin J. Brennan Headquarters Co. 138th Field Artillery Died in France October 26, 1918 George A. Byrnes Merchant Marine Service Died at Brookline, Mass. September 21, 1918 Joseph T. . . . — Map (db m23084)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Danbury World War II Memorial
In Memory of All Danbury World War II Veterans This memorial is in honor of all of World War II Veterans who were involved in the fight for the freedom of America and the free world. Whether they fought in the Pacific or European theater, they face a resolute and often brutal enemy; yet they possessed the inner strength and courage that kept them going on the beaches at Normandy, in the deserts of North Africa and on the islands of the South Pacific. The actions of those who were . . . — Map (db m23398)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — David Wooster Monument
[ North face ] David Wooster First Maj. Gen. of the Conn. Troops in the Army of the Revolution. Brig. Gen. of the United Colonies. Born at Stratford, Mar. 2, 1710-11. Wounded at Ridgefield, April 27, 1777, while defending the liberties of America, and nobly died at Danbury, May 2, 1777. Of his country Wooster said, “My life has been ever devoted to her service from my youth up. Though never before in a cause like this – A cause for which I . . . — Map (db m23074)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Monument to Soldiers in Unknown Graves
[ Front ] In Memoriam Danbury’s Memorial To Her Soldiers and Sailors Who Rest on Unknown Graves [ Left column ] William Pendley Co. L 1st Ct. Cav. Eli W. Stevens Co. L 1st Ct. Cav. William R. Potter Co. B 1st Ct. H.A. Thomas G. Sherman Co. B 1st Ct. H.A. D.B. DeForest Co. D 1st Ct. H.A. James Kane Co. E 1st Ct. H.A. F.M. Richardson Co. M 1st Ct. H.A. Thomas Hyer Co. B 2nd Ct. H.A. E.W. Converse Co. D 2nd Ct. H.A. John R. . . . — Map (db m23051)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Oldest Cemetery 1684
Oldest Cemetery 1684 Danbury Erected by Mary Wooster Chapter N.S.D.A.R. — Map (db m23050)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Soldiers and Sailors Memorial
[ Inscribed around the bronze base ] Dedicated to the Soldiers and Sailors of Danbury 1776 1861 1898 1917 Donald E. Curran SC Map (db m22785)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — Sybil Ludington
Sybil Ludington On April 26, 1777 this brave sixteen year-old girl rode through the enemy-infested countryside for thirty miles in Putnam County, New York, to warn the local militia that British troops were attacking and plundering Danbury, Connecticut. Donated by Anna Hyatt Huntington — Map (db m22791)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — The Danbury Raid
The revolutionary village which centered about this green with its stores of supplies for the army was sacked and burned by a force of two thousand British April 26, 1777 Warned of the gathering militia the raiders departed next morning in haste but were attacked and harassed by the rising colonials and driven to the shelter of their boats on the sound They kindled a fire that blazed at Saratoga — Map (db m23542)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Danbury — To Our BrothersDefenders of The Union
[ front ]To Our Brothers, Beloved, Honored, Revered Who Died That Our Country Might Live [ back ]The Defenders of The Union [ Inscribed around the column ] Bull Run • Wilderness • Antietam • Fredericksburg • Gettysburg • Chancellorsville • Appomattax • Petersburg • Port Hudson — Map (db m22788)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Greenwich — Founders and Proprietors Monument1640 - 1935
In memory of the courageous men who founded the first settlement of the Town of Greenwich in the Connecticut Colony July 18-1640 Everardus Bogardus • John Bowers • Robert Feaks • Jeffre Ferris • Angell Husted • Robert Husted • Andrew Messenger • Daniel Patrick • Robert Williams • John Winkelman 27 Proprieters of 1672 John Asten • John Bowers • Walter Butler • Thomas Close • James Ferris • Joseph Ferris • Joseph Finch • Angell Husted • William . . . — Map (db m18669)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Greenwich — Old Greenwich Yacht Club
On July 18, 1640, Daniel Patrick and Robert Feaks landed on these shores in the name of the New Haven Colony to start a new settlement, later called Greenwich. This neck of land is called Elizabeth’s Neck after Mrs. Feaks. The anchor above this tablet was given to the Club by Clyde B. Ford, a founder. It was taken from the Thames-Sugar boat which sank by the point in April 1930. — Map (db m2048)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), New Fairfield — New Fairfield
Front In the year 1724 twelve men from Fairfield, Connecticut , came to this area to purchase land from the Indians who then inhabited it. They negotiated with Chief Squantz of the Schaghticoke tribe, who lived near the pond in this town which still bears his name. returning in the spring of 1725 with the necessary documents, they learned that Chief Squantz had died, but his four sons and heirs refused to sign any deeds. Four years later, on April 24, 1729 the Indians finally . . . — Map (db m23060)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), New Fairfield — New Fairfield Fire Department Memorial
Upper marker: The New Fairfield Volunteer Fire Department Dedicated To All Members Past and Present 2003 Lower marker: The New Fairfield Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. was formed in 1934 consisting of seven districts – Center, New Fairfield bay, Squantz Pond, Balls pond, Pine Hill, Haviland Hollow and Wood Creek each district was given an allotment of pails, ladders, hooks, rope and salt. In 1935 land next to the town cemetery was given to the company to build . . . — Map (db m23061)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), New Fairfield — New Fairfield Veterans Memorial
They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old. Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn them. French & Indian War Samuel Fairchild Militia K.I.A. Aug. 4, 1759 Burmell Barnum Militia K.I.A. Aug. 4, 1761 Civil War Frederick C. Barnum Cpl. U.S. Army K.I.A. June 22, 1863 Augustus E. Bronson U.S. Army K.I.A. June 1, 1864 Edward Griffin Pvt. U.S. Army K.I.A. July 5, 1863 William B. Leach U.S. Army K.I.A. June 19, 1864 Henry H. Hyatt U.S. Army K.I.A. June 22, 1864 Homer B. Barnum . . . — Map (db m23063)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Newtown — Newtown
This area, then known as Quanneapague, was purchased from the Pohtatuck Indians in 1705. Settled from Stratford and incorporated in 1711, Newtown was a stronghold of Tory settlement during the early Revolutionary War. French General Rochambeau and his troops encamped here in 1781 on their way to the siege of Yorktown, Virginia, which ended the Revolution. An important crossroads throughout its history, the village of Hawleyville briefly emerged as a railroad center and the town’s population . . . — Map (db m21235)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Newtown — Newtown Veterans Memorial
Newtown Remembers With Grateful Prayers And Solemn Vows Her Sacred Dead Her Honored Living Who Ventured All Unto Death That We Might Live A Republic With Independence A Nation With Union Forever A World With Righteousness And Peace For All — Map (db m21339)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Old Greenwich — Old Greenwich
Under the jurisdiction of the New Haven Colony, the first settlers in 1640 purchased land from the Siwanoy Indians. Under New Amsterdam’s protection, this settlement was a dutch manor during 1642–56. In the years 1656–65, it was combined with the town of Stamford. In 1665, Greenwich was recognized as a distinct and separate town in the Colony of Connecticut. A tax-supported church (First Congregational Church) was established. By 1690, this village was frequently called . . . — Map (db m2484)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Old Greenwich — Sound Beach Railroad Station
Built 1892, moved to this location 1895. Renamed Old Greenwich Railroad Station 1931. Has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. — Map (db m2485)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Redding — Guard House
On this site stood the Guard House of 1778-9. A soldier was shot & killed by the sentry on duty when attempting to escape. — Map (db m12006)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Redding — Israel Putnam
Donated A.D. 1969 by sculptress Anna Hyatt Huntington in her 93rd year in timeless memorial to Israel Putnam Senior Major General in the Continental Army who at Greenwich, Connecticut, in February of 1779, made good a dramatic mounted escape from pursuing British Dragoons down the perilous 100 stone steps carved into the precipice at Horse Neck. — Map (db m11994)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Redding — Unknown Heroes
In memory of the Unknown Heroes buried here. — Map (db m11999)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Redding — Winter Quarters of Putnam’s Division
. . . — Map (db m11997)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Battle of RidgefieldApril 27, 1777
The Third and Chief Engagement Occurred on This Ridge — Map (db m23395)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Battle of Ridgefield Dead
In defense of American Independence at the Battle of Ridgefield April 27, 1777 died Eight Patriots who were laid in this ground companioned by Sixteen British Soldiers Living, their enemies, Dying their guests, in honor of service and sacrifice this Memorial is placed for the strengthening of hearts. — Map (db m23396)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Gen. David Wooster
On this spot fell Gen. David Wooster Mortally Wounded April 27,1777, at the Battle of Ridgefield — Map (db m23397)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Keeler Tavern
The Keeler Tavern served as headquarters for the Patriots during the Battle of Ridgefield, April 27, 1777. It is now owned by the Keeler Tavern Preservation Society and maintained as an historical building. — Map (db m23410)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Keeler Tavern and the “Big Shop”Ridgefield, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets
Built as a farmhouse in 1713 on Lot#2 by David Hoyt, it was sold to his grandson Timothy Keeler, who converted it into an inn/tavern in 1772. The Keeler Tavern, which also served as a post office, was inherited by Anna Keeler, Timothy’s daughter, who with her husband, Abijah Resseguie and their daughter Anna Marie operated it as a hotel. For many years the building was a stagecoach stop on the line from New York to Boston. Its reputation for hospitality and service made it a favorite . . . — Map (db m23411)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Place Where Wooster Fell
David Wooster, in command of the Conn Troops Born in Stratford March 13, 1711 Mortally wounded April 27, 1777 while defending the liberties of America and nobly died at Danbury May 2, 1777. Give me Liberty of give me death. — Map (db m23431)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Ridgebury Congregational Church
Gathered       Built 1760            1851 This property is listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior < Second Plaque: > Connecticut Washington – Rochambeau Revolutionary Route 1780 - 1782 — Map (db m23423)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Ridgefield
This town was founded in 1708 by a group of families from Norwalk who purchased twenty thousand acres from the Ramapoo Indians for one hundred pounds sterling. They were aided by John Copp, a surveyor, who explored the land now lying between High Ridge and East Ridge and recommended it as a promising agricultural area, suitable for settlement. In 1777 at the Battle of Ridgefield, Colonial militia fought British and Hessian troops returning from a raid on American military stores in Danbury. . . . — Map (db m23409)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Ridgefield Veterans Memorial
Center Panel: Honor Roll World War II and Korean War Action “Into the Mosaic of Victory, These Priceless Jewels Were Set” In Supreme Sacrifice World War II Acocella, Charles • Bell, William P. • Birarelli, James J. • Blume, Robert N. • Cogswell, Charles G. • Frulla, Armondo • Hall, William H. • Nelson, John E. • Polverari, Geno J. • Rose, Walter • Schere, Meinhard H. • Scott, Harold • Ward, Thomas A. • Vance, Lee P. “I do . . . — Map (db m23875)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Settler’s RockRidgefield, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets
The first surveyors came north from Norwalk to determine the suitability of the land for settlement as a plantation. Tradition says that they spent their first night on top of Settler’s Rock and that fires were built at its base to protect them against wild animals. It is probable that they singled out the rock as a prominent landmark in the wilderness because of its great size and elevated location along the Indian trail to the Titicus River. Titicus was part of the second purchase of . . . — Map (db m23420)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Settlers Rock
On this rock the original settlers scouting party spent their first night 1708 – 1958 A.D. — Map (db m23418)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Battle of RidgefieldApril 27, 1777
The chief engagement of Connecticut’s only inland battle during the War for Independence was fought approximately 100 yards from this site. Several hundred hastily-mustered militia joined a handful of Continental troops under Generals Benedict Arnold and Gold Stilliman to face British regulars more than thrice their number led by Major General William Tryon. Only an hour before, American General David Wooster fell mortally wounded during his second attack on the British rearguard as it . . . — Map (db m23400)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Battle of Ridgefield, April 27, 1777Ridgefield, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets
British General Tryon’s Raid on Danbury occurred on April 26, 1777. The beginning of the 1777 campaign was the first British invasion and the only pitched battle in Connecticut. Following the burning of Danbury the British troops marched through Ridgefield the next day on their way back to their ships moored at Compo Beach in Westport. The first skirmish, under the leadership of American General David Wooster occurred at the intersection of Barlow Mountain Road and North Salem Road. The . . . — Map (db m23412)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Confederate Bell
The Confederate bell was captured during the Civil War by Colonel Alexander Warner who later presented it to Governor Phineas Lounsbury. For many years the bell stood on the Grounds of the Lounsbury Mansion, which in 1953 became the Community Center. After cleaning and repairing the bell, it was mounted on this pedestal and rededicated to the Town of Ridgefield in a ceremony held July 4, 1971 — Map (db m23575)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Elms Inn and Stebbins HomesteadRidgefield, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets
In 1799, Thomas Rockwell opened a small carpentry shop which later became part of the Elms Inn. It was also a shoemaker’s shop and later, a tin shop operated by Francis Rockwell. Francis was also a vintner whose vineyard was across the street between Catoonah and Gilbert Streets. In 1860 John Rockwell opened the Elm Shade Cottages to serve wealthy New Yorkers arriving to vacation in the country during the summer months. The restaurant and inn still serve the public. Dr. Amos Baker was . . . — Map (db m23435)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Gilbert HouseCirca 1790
Built by Benjamin Stebbins for his daughter Sarah and her husband Amos Baker, a Revolutionary War Hero, the first surgeon in Ridgefield and the originator of the famous Baker Apple. — Map (db m23602)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — The Lounsbury House
Lounsbury House Circa 1896 has been placed on the National Register Of Historic Places — Map (db m23877)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Titicus: An Industrial CenterThe Museum in the Streets — Ridgefield, Connecticut
Mills first appeared along the Titicus River in the early part of the 18th century. Sawmills, the first to come, permitted the proprietors to build frame houses instead of rough log cabins. Titicus also boasted the largest tannery in town, which was owned by Jabez Mix Gilbert, known as “Uncle Mix.” Uncle Mix was known for his generosity towards the poor, and was a founder of the Methodist Church here. Later, his business was sold to David Valden whose homestead, built in 1857, . . . — Map (db m23609)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Ridgefield — Washington – Rochambeau Revolutionary RouteRidgefield
French General Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Rochambeau, and thousands of French ground and naval forces arrived in Newport in July of 1780 to assist the Americans in the War for Independence. After wintering in Newport, Rochambeau’s troops marched through Connecticut to join General George Washington’s Continental Army, just over the New York border. The combined forces moved down the eastern seaboard and confronted Lieutenant General Lord Cornwallis and the British army in . . . — Map (db m23416)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Sherman — Sherman
Originally part of New Fairfield, which was purchased from the Indians in 1729, the area then known as the Upper Seven Miles was separately incorporated as the Town of Sherman in 1802. The town was named for Roger Sherman who, as a young man, had a cobbler shop at the north end. He was to become the only statesman to help draft and sign all of the following documents: the Articles of Association, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the United States . . . — Map (db m23070)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Sherman — Sherman Veterans Memorial
[ center tablet ] 1941 World War II 1946 Alfredson, Arvid R. • Alfredson, John P. • Amazeen, Bradford E. • Anderson, Henry B., Jr. • Barton, John E. • Bauman, Herman • Beaumont, John F. • Biro, Louis • Blantin, Robert B. • Bloch, Werner W. • Bray, William J. • Brendel, Paul R. • Brengel, Rita Houlberg • Burnett, William R. • Byrne, George J. • Cass, Joseph B., Jr. • Castro, Edward • Chamberlain, Arthur C. • Christianson, Leif • Cook, Charles W. • Cordes, Raymond C. • Crocco, Joseph . . . — Map (db m24435)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Sherman — Sherman World War I Memorial
In Honor of the Citizens of The Town of Sherman Who Served Their Country in the World War 1914 1918 Alfredson David • Atkins Charles S. • * Blantin Ernest • Blantin John Jr. • Boo Axel • Burch Elvin H. • Cussler Edward • Gentles Robert B. • Herterich William • Humphreys Frederick B. • Hungerford Louis R. • Hungerford Reid M. • Johnson Charles L. • Lundmark August E. • Lundmark Herman O. • O’Connor George • Parker William H. • Swanson John A. • Szaboly Peter • Tiebout Donald C. • . . . — Map (db m24434)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — Battle of Westport Commemoration
To commemorate the battle fought on and near this point between the British forces and the American Patriots, April 28, 1777. Ordnance presented by U.S. Government and erected July 4, 1901 Map (db m22556)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — Compo Beach — Qui Transtulit Sustinet
One Mile South At Compo Beach 2000 British Troops Landed April 25, 1777 For Raid on Danbury — Map (db m21244)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — First Engagement
Here occurred the first engagement between the Continentals and the British Troops when they invaded Connecticut, April - 25 - 1777 — Map (db m21360)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — Greens Farms Meeting HouseJennings Trail
Congregational Society of Green's Farms established by Connecticut General Court to Conduct Religious and Secular Affairs in West Parish of Fairfield. Continuous services Held since June 12, 1711. Present Meeting House Dedicated 1853. — Map (db m21229)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — MinutemanJennings Trail
To Commemorate the heroism of the Patriots who defended their country when the British invaded this State April 25- 1777. General David Wooster Colonel Abraham Gould and more than one hundred Continentals fell in the engagements commencing at Danbury and closing on Compo Hill — Map (db m21538)
Connecticut (Fairfield County), Westport — Nash HouseJennings Trail
Built in 1740 by Capt. Thomas Nash for Zachariah Burr, Aaron Burr's brother. It was An inn during during the Revolution. — Map (db m21394)
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