Connecticut

Connecticut is a state located in the Northeastern United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island to the east, Massachusetts to the north, New York to the west and Long Island Sound to the south. The capital of Connecticut is Hartford, while its largest city is Bridgeport.

The first European settlers were Dutch traders who established settlements along major rivers such as the Connecticut River. In 1639, these settlers formed a government known as “the Fundamental Orders,” which was one of America’s first written constitutions for governing themselves without British interference. This document served as an important influence on later American documents like Constitution of 1776 and US Constitution of 1789 . Later colonists from England arrived in large numbers during 1630s-1640s; their descendants make up most modern inhabitants today .

Connecticut has played an important role in American history since colonial times due its strategic location between Boston and New York City—two centers for trade at that time period. During Revolutionary War (1775–83), several battles took place here including Battle of Groton Heights , Battle off Stonington , Siege Norwalk/West Haven among others ; all playing key roles in securing independence for newly founded USA nation . Additionally numerous political figures emerged from this small state: Governor Thomas McKean (1777-81) helped draft Continental Congress’ Articles Confederation while former Senator Joseph Lieberman represented CT during his tenure with Democratic party until 2013 Presidential election when he ran independently but lost against Barack Obama & John McCain .

Today Connecticut continues be significant economically thanks largely part agricultural production exports such various dairy products vegetable crops etcetera addition manufacturing industry aerospace defense etcetera Finally tourism also plays big role economy given presence many attractions museums historical sites coastal towns forests recreation areas more thus making great destination visitors year round