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Southern part of Saltonstalls Pond, East Haven

East Haven was Home to Connecticut’s First Iron Works

The roots of Connecticut’s iron industry lie in East Haven, starting in the 17th century.

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Detail from the map Colony of Connecticut in North-America by Moses Park

East Haven’s Revolutionary Salt Works

East Haven’s Amos Morris helped supply Americans with salt (essential for preserving food) during critical shortages brought on by the American Revolution.

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