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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CTA_diversity-in-danbury_Danbury-CT.html
The start of the 20th century saw a continual influx of newcomers to Danbury. A religious census taken in 1916 showed that 27 nationalities and 20 creeds were represented among the 22,533 residents of the town. The 1910 census shows that a majori…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQC_19th-20th-century-immigrants_Danbury-CT.html
the potato famine of 1846-1851 brought large numbers of Irish immigrants to town. Many purchased homes in the Town Hill neighborhood and St. Peter Church became a focal point for the community. Germans immigrants were the first major group to spe…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQB_early-arrivals_Danbury-CT.html
The first eight families arrived here in 1685; full of hope as they embarked on a new life filled with opportunity. Others soon joined them in this flourishing settlement in a newly born colony. Most of Danbury's inhabitants, prior to the start …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQA_farming-agriculture_Danbury-CT.html
During the colonial period, agriculture was the principal occupation in Danbury. The daily tasks of our early settlers included clearing land, raising cattle, growing wheat, rye, corn, beans and squash. Broad flat tracts of fertile ground in plac…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQ9_inventions-innovations_Danbury-CT.html
Over 300 patents were issued to residents of Danbury between 1800 and 1890, one of the earliest was issued to D. Hoyt in 1838 for a door hinge. Many inventions can be attributed to progress and practical conveniences including an oven, a clothes…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQ7_country-lanes-city-streets_Danbury-CT.html
Many Danbury land records were destroyed during the British raid of 1777. Historic newspapers, old deeds and early maps help us piece together some of the earliest place names of our city. Parts of Danbury were lost to Bethel when it broke away …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CQ5_danbury-firsts_Danbury-CT.html
· First recorded census taken in 1756, Danbury's population: 1,527.· Danbury's first mayor, elected in 1888, was Lewis LeGrand Hopkins.· The first train arrived on the tracks of the Danbury & Norwalk Railroad on March 1, 1851…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CNH_danbury-women-of-note_Danbury-CT.html
Throughout its history, countless women have contributed to Danbury and the lives of its citizens. Here are just a few that have left their mark on our community. Mary Bull (1812-1882) dedicated her life to attending the poor and needy of Danbury…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CNG_monumental-moments_Danbury-CT.html
There are monuments located throughout our city that serve as a reminder of those who have served our country. The dedication of the Civil War Soldier's Monument took place on May 27, 1880 in City Hall Square. The 32-foot high granite monument st…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1CNF_the-sporting-life_Danbury-CT.html
historic newspapers reveal that sports have long been an outlet for both competitive and recreational gatherings in our city. Local coverage of amateur, club, factory, and school competitions were a regular feature. Early baseball games were held…
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