William H. Putnam

Historical marker location:

Hartford, Connecticut

( Marker is on Central Row near 800 Main Street, on the right when traveling west.)

Marker installed: 1958

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.