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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Fairfield County, Connecticut
Adjacent to Fairfield County, Connecticut
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The enlisted men’s encampment consisted of 116 log huts set in a double row for almost a quarter mile down the company street. The only above ground remains of those huts today are the piles of collapsed stone chimneys. Each stone pile of . . . — — Map (db m26896) HM
About This Church
This church was built in 1837 by the Methodist Episcopal Society of Redding. The building committee consisted of Thomas B. Fanton, John Read Hill, Gershom Sherwood, Jesse Banks, and David Duncomb. It served the Methodist . . . — — Map (db m26816) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m11994) HM
Home site of
“Lonetown Manor” where
John Read, Gentleman
after whom the town is named
settled in 1711
Title to the original 500 acres
was secured by colony grants
confirmed in 1714 by an Indian
deed from Chief . . . — — Map (db m26870) HM
The stone dam which makes this pond was installed at the time of the park’s creation. But the stream was in existence during the 1778-79 army encampment. It is one of two main streams, one at either end of the camp, which provided water for the . . . — — Map (db m26910) HM
Memorial Monument
Constructed in 1888, one year after the commissioning of the park, this monument honors the three different camps in Redding during the winter of 1778 – 79. This monument is the very first structure erected at the park. . . . — — Map (db m26895) HM
This building contains exhibits and historical materials including artifacts unearthed at the campsite during archaeological excavations.
The museum was built in 1921. The structure was a repository for the artifacts found in the park.
This . . . — — Map (db m26897) HM
The chimney remains mark the site of a company officer’s hut. The hut was a replica built in 1890 on the original site.
The company-level officer’s huts were located behind the enlisted hut line. There are several other firebacks of these junior . . . — — Map (db m26899) HM
This structure was reconstructed in 1890 on the foundations of the original 1778 building. Long thought to be an officer’s barracks, recent information is now leading archaeologists to believe that it was actually the camp magazine which held the . . . — — Map (db m26901) HM
Local legend says a shallow cave in this rock outcrop was used by one Mr. Philips. Philips was a soldier who returned after the war to live in this cave.
He led the life of a lonely hermit, including liberating an occasional chicken, or produce . . . — — Map (db m26900) HM
Putnam Memorial State Park
This park commemorates the three winter encampments in 1778 – 79 of Major General Isreal Putnam’s division of Continental Army troops during the Revolutionary War. The memorial park was created on the actual site . . . — — Map (db m26890) HM
Originally part of Fairfield and unclaimed land, Redding was settled about 1711, made a parish in 1729, and incorporated in 1767. It was named for John Read, gentleman, lawyer, early landowner, and spokesman for the settlers. One of his land . . . — — Map (db m26814) HM
In memory of the Redding citizens captured nearby April 26, 1777 & imprisoned in New York for ransom by British General William Tryon & his invading army. Russell Bartlett • Stephen Betts + • Daniel Chapman * • Thomas Couch • David Fairchild • . . . — — Map (db m69916) HM
This tablet is placed to perpetuate the memory of
Aaron Sanford Hill
1800 – 1893
Interest in his native town and in public education inspired him to found
The Hill Academy
Erected on this site in 1883, this building, . . . — — Map (db m26871) HM
Town of Redding
1914 Roll of Honor 1918
Erected in Appreciation of The
Services of Our Men and Women
Who Served in the World War
Harold Albin • Carl A. Anderson • Hubert Anderson • Sigurd Anderson • Edward Babcock • . . . — — Map (db m26815) HM
Visitor Center
(1893 Pavilion)
This building was originally built in 1893 as the park pavilion. It was used as a shelter for park visitors during inclement weather, for dances and picnics.
The upstairs was used as the original park museum. . . . — — Map (db m26891) HM
Front of Monument: Erected to commemorate the Winter Quarters of Putnam’s Division of the Continental Army. Nov. 7th 1778. May 25th 1779. Right of Monument: Putnam McDougal Poor Parsons Huntington Back of Monument: The men of ‘76 . . . — — Map (db m11997) HM
The Methodist Episcopal Church had its beginnings in Ridgefield 1n 1787 when the first meeting was held – just 21 years after Methodism had been introduced into the U.S. from England. In 1789 Jesse Lee, a native of Virginia, was sent . . . — — Map (db m31936) HM
Louis Bailey (1819-1899), a prominent member of the community, created Bailey Avenue for the purpose of building stores and residences, and for access to the train depot on Prospect St. He was an incorporator of the Ridgefield Savings Bank, a . . . — — Map (db m31998) HM
Philip Burr Bradley was one of the earliest owners of the property. Bradley, a cousin of Aaron Burr, was placed in command of the Fifth CT Regt. in the Revolutionary War, and commanded a battalion at the Battle of Ridgefield. He also served in . . . — — Map (db m24808) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23396) HM
On September 23, 1780, on his way through American lines to New York City, Major John Andre of the British Army was captured, taken prisoner and brought to American headquarters in South Salem, N.Y. Andre had plotted with General Benedict . . . — — Map (db m32002) HM
Hiram K. Scott set up the town's first variety and drug store in 1853. Scott was an influential businessman, serving as postmaster, town clerk, probate judge and a druggist for 50 years. He sold his store to Harvey Bissell in the summer of . . . — — Map (db m31587) HM
A Small Village began to emerge in the area in 1852 with the opening of the Danbury-and-Norwalk Railroad line. Stores, a hotel, a post office, a school and small industries in the area were establishes. The building that housed the Branchville . . . — — Map (db m31967) HM
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) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23411) HM
Looking south from Prospect Street, where the shops and offices of Yankee Ridge are today, stood homes at the beginning of the 20th century. From the left are the Osborn house, owned by Richard Osborn, owner of the Ridgefield Lumber Company; . . . — — Map (db m24807) HM
On the Night of December 8, 1895 a fire broke out in the undertaking and furniture store of Bedient & Mead at the northeast corner of Main St. and Bailey Ave. The fire spread rapidly to the adjoining Western Union telegraph office and Barhite . . . — — Map (db m31586) HM
Old Hundred
1783
This Structure Was Originally
The Store of Lts. Joshua King And
James Dole, Later Used As A Resi-
dence Known As "Old Hundred." — — Map (db m30464) HM
The Fire District in Ridgefield was organized in 1896 following the devastating fire of 1895. Ex-Governor Phineas Lounsbury was an early benefactor of the Department and the new engine company took his name. The firehouse is also the site of . . . — — Map (db m32050) HM
The Bridgeport Wood Refinishing Company and Silex Mills had a plant on the eastern side of Route 7, north of the Branchville train station, and a much larger one at the intersection of Branchville Road and Route 7 along the newly built branch . . . — — Map (db m31966) HM
Ridgebury, "The New Patent," was one of the last land purchases made by the Proprietors. Tradition says that the First Congregational Church in Ridgebury had its beginnings in the "New Patent Meeting House" as early as 1738. In 1768 the . . . — — Map (db m32052) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23423) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23409) HM
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, . . . — — Map (db m23875) WM
[ west side ]
To the Memory of The
Citizens of Ridgefield
Who Served Their Country
In the Wars of the Republic
1775 – 1918
Erected by the People of Ridgefield MCMXXIV
[ east side ]
War of the . . . — — Map (db m31972) WM
The First Recorded Plan for settlement was in 1697 when a group of Congregationalists primarily from Norwalk petitioned "to purchase of the Indians a certain tract of land lying about 14 miles northward of the town of Norwalk to settle a . . . — — Map (db m32048) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23420) HM
The Smith Tavern stood on the site of the present library. Ebenezer Smith arrived from Milford in 1709 and was assigned Lot # 26. He opened a small tavern in his home. By 1797 a new building was erected on the site by Amos Smith, who ran a . . . — — Map (db m24806) HM
A New Catholic Church was first planned in 1896. This Victorian Gothic building was completed and dedicated on July 5, 1897. This building is described by the Ridgefield Preservation Trust as "… one of Ridgefield's finest buildings…a complex . . . — — Map (db m32049) HM
Looking Towards East Ridge from Governor Street, the four buildings on the hill have been an important part of Ridgefield's landscape for the last 100 years. On the left is the George Rockwell home, which, with the house next door was once the . . . — — Map (db m31588) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23400) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23412) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23575) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23435) HM
The First Society of Ridgefield
was formed in 1725
under the leadership of
The Reverend Samuel L. Johnson
The name St. Stephen's was given
in the year 1831, the year
in which it became a parish.
The Church of the Living God, the . . . — — Map (db m31965) HM
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) HM
The East Side of Main Street as it appeared the day after the devastating fire of 1895. (See Panel #17 for a description of the fire.)
Barhite & Valden General Store and the Western Union telegraph office next door were located just . . . — — Map (db m31585) HM
Whitlock's Livery, later the Sperry Livery stable, was across the street from the firehouse. Whitlock ran a stage to the Branchville station before the branch line was built in 1870. The livery stable also boarded horses, including those used . . . — — Map (db m32051) HM
Welcome to Ridgefield's History Trail!
Ridgefield, Connecticut – 1708
The Fundamental Orders adopted by Connecticut in 1639 directed would-be settlers, able to support a minister, to establish a settlement, build a Congregational . . . — — Map (db m31997) HM
Welcome to Ridgefield's History Trail!
Ridgefield, Connecticut – 1708
The Fundamental Orders adopted by Connecticut in 1639 directed would-be settlers, able to support a minister, to establish a settlement, build a Congregational . . . — — Map (db m32234) HM
Here stood the original
Episcopal Church
erected in 1740
partly burned by
British soldiers
during the battle
of Ridgefield
April 27, 1777 — — Map (db m31964) HM
In 1870, A Branch Line from the Branchville train station was built to offer service to the wealthy New Yorkers who began arriving to spend their summers in Ridgefield. Many of these "summer people" had their own private railroad cars. . . . — — Map (db m31591) HM
The Small, White Octagonal Building on the corner was originally built as a boathouse on the estate of F.E. Lewis. It was moved behind the high school on East Ridge during World War II, and used as a warming hut for volunteers looking for . . . — — Map (db m31590) HM
The First Meeting House was built on the green in 1713. In 1723 the first Congregational Meeting House was erected and served as a school, church and government building. It was replaced in 1800 by a second Meeting House, in use until 1888 . . . — — Map (db m31999) HM
Henry Mead and His Wife are seen standing on the stoop of their grocery store in the early part of the 20th century. The building was moved when Ridgefield Hardware built their new store in 1948. Today Ridgefield Hardware is one of the oldest . . . — — Map (db m31937) HM
The International Order Of Odd Fellows, Pilgrim Lodge No. 45 was established in Ridgefield in 1847, meeting in the Masonic Hall until 1895 when the structure was destroyed in the Great Fire. The Odd Fellows built their own building in 1928 and . . . — — Map (db m31970) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23609) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23416) HM
Ye Burying
Yard
Ridgefield's
Oldest Cemetery
Restored 1988
maintained by
The Caudatowa Garden Club
&
Parks & Recreation Dept.
The Burying Yard contains a monument listing 40 people who were buried in this cemetery between . . . — — Map (db m32237) HM
Memorial Gun
A Cannon of the Heroic Deeds of Our
Soldiers and Sailors of the Republic in the War
of the Rebellion for the Preservation of the Union
Erected 1901
From U.S.S. Tallapossa
(south side plaque)
In Honor of the Citizens of . . . — — Map (db m80306) WM
City Of Shelton
In Memory Of
Our Departed Emergency Services Members
Who Have Given Their Lives In The Line Of Duty
While Protecting the Lives and Property of Our Citizens
Shelton Fire Department Daniel E. Wannagot 1991
Shelton Police . . . — — Map (db m25612) HM
Commodore Isaac Hull
Bridge
Named for the Heroic Commander
Of the U.S. Frigate “Constitution”
During Its Great Naval Victories
In the War of 1812
Born in Derby March 9, 1773
Resided in Shelton 1785 – 1794
This . . . — — Map (db m25381) HM
Fort Hill
On This Point Of Land
The Pootatuck Indians
Built A Fort In 1673
To Prevent The White Man
From Coming Up
The Ousatonic River — — Map (db m28322) HM
Freedom Tree
To Honor Iranian Hostages
Released On January 20, 1981
After 444 Days In Captivity
Proclamation & Historical Records
Are Contained In Vault On This Site
Eugene M. Hope
Mayor
[ Inscribed on the edge ]
Vault . . . — — Map (db m25609) HM
1941 1945
Honor Roll
Of Those Who Went From
Huntington
To Serve Their Country
Eli J. Baldwin • Robert L. Baldwin • Margarte E. Bassett • Royal O. Birdseye • Stanley R. Block • Howard R. Bonnell • James L. Burkle • George . . . — — Map (db m25376) HM
[ front ]
Shelton
1639 – Stratford area settled, with present-day Shelton as the northern part.
1717 – Northern settlers established Ripton parish.
1789 – Ripton separated from Stratford and became the town . . . — — Map (db m25614) HM
The Shelton locks from Housatonic River to the canal system were built in 1867, allowing canal boats to be raised through 3 sets of locks by water entering each lock, one at a time, raising the boat approximately 10 feet. It was then brought forward . . . — — Map (db m27118) HM
A Victory Denied
Vietnam War 1961 – 1975
The Forgotten War
Korean War
1950 – 1953
Freedom Is Not Free
World War II
1941 – 1945
The War To End All Wars
World War I
1917 – 1918 . . . — — Map (db m25613) WM
Honor Roll
Tablet Erected By
The City of Shelton
In Honor of the Men of This Community
In the Military or Naval Forces of Our Country
Erected November 1918
[ center column ]
Died In Service
Thomas Arena • Joseph . . . — — Map (db m28282) HM
World War II
In Memory Of
Those Who Died In Service
Louis J. Beatrice • Anthony Bilotto • Dante A. Buccelly • Louis J. Cuda • John J. Donovan, Jr. • William Dziadik • Francis D. Fraser • Thomas A. Geoghan • George L. Keller • Michael Kudej . . . — — Map (db m25377) HM
To Honor
The Men and Women of the City of Shelton
Who Served Their Country and In Memory of Those
Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice
Killed In Action
World War I
Arena, Thomas USA • Bernabeo, Joseph USA • Burke, Chester Arthur USA . . . — — Map (db m25615) WM
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 . . . — — Map (db m23070) HM
[ 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 . . . — — Map (db m24435) WM
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. • . . . — — Map (db m24434) HM
This Memorial
Is Erected to The
Memory Of
Charles E. Rowell
Mayor of Stamford
Jan. 1, 1911 to Dec. 31, 1913
Born May 2, 1849
Died March 29, 1914
A skilfull physician, a loyal friend,
an efficient public officer, he
served the . . . — — Map (db m38854) HM
Christopher Columbus
Discoverer of America
Presented By
Stamford Chapter
Unico National
Dedicated October 12, 1960
[ back ]
Stamford Chapter
Unico National
"A Service Club"
Unity
Neighborliness
Integrity
Charity . . . — — Map (db m38853) HM
Edward A. Connell
Heritage Park
This park dedicated May 19, 1984
As a Tribute to His Service
As Supertindent of Parks
From 1952 to 1974
Writer, Orator, Philosopher, Statesman
Teacher and Friend
He Brought Beauty to Stamford's Parks . . . — — Map (db m38855) HM
1776 1976
First Congregational Church
A crude, square, wooden structure surrounded by a stockade was erected near this site in 1641-2. It was the first meeting house of the Church of Christ. Later the First Congregational Church. Four members . . . — — Map (db m38752) HM
To mark the site near by of Fort Stamford Built and garrisoned for the defense of the people in these parts in the War for American Independence Erected by Stamford Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution Sept. 14, A.D. 1926 < Lower . . . — — Map (db m53431) HM
1776 1976 In August, 1781 Gov. Jonathan Trumbull and the Council of Safety ordered construction of fortifications near Stamford to prevent a surprise attack from the enemy. Designed by Col. Rufus Putnam, and erected and garrisoned by . . . — — Map (db m53433) HM
Freedom Shrine
Created by the National Exchange Club
to strengthen citizen appreciation
of our American heritage
Presented by the Exchange Club of Stamford
Dedicated June 14, 1979
[ Reproductions of historic American documents are . . . — — Map (db m38610) HM
This American Liberty Elm was named after “The Liberty Tree: Our Country’s first Symbol of Freedom.” On the morning of August 14, 1765, the people of Boston awakened to discover two effigies suspended from an elm tree in protest of the . . . — — Map (db m53765) HM
Michael F. Lione
Memorial Park
Large, soft-brown eyes, reverently expressing the simple faith of a little boy; determined countenance and rugged body that bespoke the athlete who never quit; tenderness and compassion without softness and . . . — — Map (db m38769) HM
1776 1976
St. John's Episcopal Church
In 1774, St John's, the first Episcopal Church in this area, was built here on land granted by the town. Struck by lightning that same year, the original building was repaired and endured for a hundred . . . — — Map (db m38767) HM
In memory of our U.S. heroes who have sacrificed their lives by fighting for freedom in the War in Iraq. May they rest in peace. Dedicated by The Happy Club of Stamford 2007 — — Map (db m53766) WM
Old Town Hall
Old Town Hall opened in 1906 and served as the seat of Stamford's government until 1963, when the Mayor's office and elected boards moved to the Municipal Office Building on Atlantic Street.
Old Town Hall continued to house other . . . — — Map (db m38765) HM
[ central pedestal ]
Lest We Forget
Within this pedestal is placed a time
capsule recording for all time
those residents of Stamford who responded
to the call, some giving their lives
while serving in our past wars.
In future . . . — — Map (db m38754) HM
[ inscription around the top ]
In Everlasting Memory of Stamford's Patriots 1641 – 1918
[ battle names inscribed in the panel between the fluted columns ]
1689 – 1763
Port Royal • Schenectady • Haverhill • . . . — — Map (db m38430) HM
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