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Explore Connecticut: Land of History, Nature, and Prestigious Universities

Discover Connecticut, known as the Constitution State, with its rich history, natural beauty, and top universities like Yale. Visit the Glass House, relish a steam train ride on Essex Christori Railroad, and immerse in culture. Learn about famous residents like George W. Bush and Christopher Lloyd. Did you know Connecticut never ratified the 18th Amendment? Explore more about this fascinating state!

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Explore Connecticut: Land of History, Nature, and Prestigious Universities

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  1. Connecticut Vivian

  2. Hartford is the capital of Connecticut. Connecticut became a state on January 9, 1788.

  3. The state of Connecticut’s bird is a robin. The state flower is mountain laurel.

  4. The state tree in CT is a white oak tree. The nickname is the Constitution State. Also there are 97 colleges/universities.

  5. One famous person from Connecticut is George W. Bush. He was the 43rd president.

  6. Another famous person is Christopher Lloyd. He is an actor.

  7. My most favorite college in Connecticut is Yale University. Their scores are 100 at Yale and they have a great tuition money. It’s only $19,317 a year plus school supplies

  8. Another place to go is the Glass House. It is a historical house in New Canaan, CT by Philip Johnson.

  9. One fun fact about Connecticut is that the first telephone book ever issued contained only fifty names.

  10. Connecticut and Rhode Island never ratified the 18th amendment (prohibition).

  11. A cool place to go in Connecticut is the steam train called Essex Christori Railroad for a scenic ride.

  12. !Thank you for listening!

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