Norwich in the Revolution

Arnold's birthplace - Huntington. Tier 1 - A deep well of the Revolution.

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[Verified] Benedict Arnold was born and raised in Norwich before becoming first a hero and then America's most notorious traitor. - ConnecticutHistory.org

[Verified] Samuel Huntington of Norwich served as President of the Continental Congress (1779-81) when the Articles of Confederation were ratified - technically the first 'President of the United States in Congress Assembled.' - U.S. Senate Historical Office

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