ConnecticutMarshall Cavendish, 2007 - 144 pages Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Connecticut. |
Contents
Connecticut Is | 6 |
Plentiful Waters Rocks Woods Climate Plants and Animals Caring | 22 |
Early Settlers A Document for Freedom A Growing Colony Fighting | 55 |
Chapter Four | 73 |
From Farms to Factories Military and Transportation Financial Industries | 101 |
State Survey | 115 |
Find Out More | 139 |
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