Historical Marker
Charles E. Rowell
Historical marker location:
Stamford, Connecticut
( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Main Street, on the left when traveling north on Washington Boulevard.)
The state of Connecticut has a long history of manufacturing, and was home to many famous companies such as Colt Firearms, Pratt & Whitney Aircraft, and General Electric. The state's manufacturing sector has declined in recent decades, but it remains an important part of the state's economy.