Manchester

Historical marker location:

41 Center Street, Manchester, Connecticut

( Marker is at the intersection of Center Street (U.S. 6) and Main Street (Route 83), on the left when traveling east on Center Street.)

Marker installed: 1971

Connecticut was one of the original 13 colonies and played a significant role in the American Revolution. Many important battles and skirmishes were fought in Connecticut, including the Battle of Ridgefield and the Battle of Groton Heights.