Danbury in the Revolution

Supply depot burned - 1777. Tier 1 - A deep well of the Revolution.

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[Verified] The Continental Army stored critical supplies here - food, tents, and hospital equipment - making Danbury a prime British target. - Connecticut State Library

[Verified] On April 26, 1777, roughly 2,000 British troops under Gov. Tryon marched from Westport and burned the depot, destroying 19 homes and 22 stores. - American Battlefield Trust

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