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CTHistory42 OP t1_j9zjz16 wrote

Reply to comment by rewirez5940 in On Amazing Tales CT: The bell manufacturing capital of the U.S. is East Hampton, CT. Only one firm (Bevin Bells) remains in business – the last in the country. They created the bell that gave Clarence his wings in "'It’s a Wonderful Life." The podcast URL is in the comments by CTHistory42

Absolutely correct!

If you like 20-minute stories about CT history, you might want to listen to a few of my podcasts (website: www.amazingtalesct.com) or sign-up to receive the regularly (at Spotify, Apple, Google, or at my main host page: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com).

I'd appreciate knowing what you think. You can contact me at AmazingTalesCT@gmail.com

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j9y2irm wrote

Reply to On Amazing Tales CT: The bell manufacturing capital of the U.S. is East Hampton, CT. Only one firm (Bevin Bells) remains in business – the last in the country. They created the bell that gave Clarence his wings in "'It’s a Wonderful Life." The podcast URL is in the comments by CTHistory42

Hear the story behind the last bell manufacturer in the U.S. - including hearing some of the bells they make - in this podcast episode of Amazing Tales from Off and On Connecticut's Beaten Path: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j610oob wrote

Reply to comment by ParsnipPizza2 in On Amazing Tales CT: why is Nathan Hale CT’s official State Hero? Did he really say, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country,” before being hanged as America's first spy? Learn the story behind Hale. Find the podcast URL under comments by CTHistory42

And the amazing thing was that, back then, even officers fought for one side or another - like CEOs shifting from one company to another today. Rogers (the guy who most historians say captured Hale) later fought for the Patriot side, after the Revolutionary War had ended. No hard feelings.

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j5ygxy6 wrote

Reply to comment by CT_Patriot in On Amazing Tales CT: why is Nathan Hale CT’s official State Hero? Did he really say, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country,” before being hanged as America's first spy? Learn the story behind Hale. Find the podcast URL under comments by CTHistory42

I've mentioned Culper in a couple - but haven't focused exclusively on it. There are so many excellent PBS and other shows on it, I don't know that I'd add much to the narrative, but it IS on my radar screen!

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j59pkvf wrote

Reply to comment by uuuge in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

If you go to their site, I think you'll find that it's already been done. There's a very cool interactive globe that you can use to see a lot of such maps.

https://native-land.ca/

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j59peth wrote

Reply to comment by bunny_Lord_ in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

Considering its proximity to the Connecticut River and the existence of the rock outcroppings in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood of Hartford, I'd hazard a guess that the answer is yes

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j56znys wrote

Reply to comment by Whaddaulookinat in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

Is that the group that owns the equivalent of a residential property in (I think) Trumbull, or somewhere close by? I believe it's listed as a reservation or official tribal property if a Google search is done

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j56ablj wrote

Reply to comment by Whaddaulookinat in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

I am gob-smacked (to steal a favorite term from my British friends). I only knew of the Schaghticoke gfight with the feds for property and tribal land recognition (actually, basic tribal status - they have some land). Thanks again!

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j569gi9 wrote

Reply to comment by Whaddaulookinat in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

I will definitely check out the link / Controversy section. Thank you!

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Had no idea about the Ramapo and Kent (Kent, CT or Kent, NY?)

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CTHistory42 OP t1_j567h9m wrote

Reply to comment by maxanderson350 in "Native Land Digital" is an indigenous-led, Canadian-based non-profit group seeking to raise awareness of where original Native American tribes owned property. They admit that this is a work in progress, not perfect, and seek corrections. Thought the CT map (with some NY) was quite interesting. by CTHistory42

Your Native American historical knowledge is far superior to mine. You're right about the use of the word "original". But it's always interesting to see how r/Connecticut will respond. There are some very talented/knowledgeable folks on this site

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