Connecticut became the 5th state to join the United States of America.
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One of America's oldest documented highways was completed on this day in Connecticut, USA.
The first ballistic missile submarine was launched from Groton, Connecticut, US.
Hurricane Carol hit Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Sandwich restaurant Subway was founded in Bridgeport, Connecticut, US.
The first telephone directory was issued, which consisted of a single card with 50 names and addresses in Connecticut, USA.
