'Turnback Tuesday' features Tricentennial of Connecticut in 1935

 

Turnback Tuesday takes a look at the Tricentennial of Connecticut in 1935. 

This medal, with an image of Commodore Isaac Hull, was commemorated by the Derby Historical Society. 

The Tricentennial was celebrated by towns all over Connecticut. The festivities lasted six months. There were exhibits, pageants, a choral concert at Yale Bowl, a costume ball, and one of the largest parades the state has ever seen: 20,000 marchers, 100+ floats, and 30 bands.

Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week!