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CTHistory42 OP t1_iugc0og wrote
Reply to comment by taakoblaa in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Just for the record, New Milford is still the largest town in CT in terms of acreage. However, it did not give land for the formation of Sherman. That distinction falls to New Fairfield. They did give land for Bridgewater though.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug4h7i wrote
Reply to comment by marua06 in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
You're absolutely welcome!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug4d08 wrote
Reply to comment by UnitDogeX in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Fairfield was one of the first settlements in CT - and yes, it was huge and gave up land to form a number of its (today) neighboring towns.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug474v wrote
Reply to comment by SAM-in-the-DARK in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
You're welcome!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug456a wrote
Reply to comment by imjustaidan in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
I'll have an episode upcoming on the creation of Candlewood Lake. It's a simply incredible story.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug40tm wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Great article! And yes, the stagecoaches were timed to coordinate with the steamers so that, for example, someone going from Litchfield to New York City had to start off at 3 am to take the stagecoach to Norwalk. But, they could get back home the very same day, if their appointment in NYC was in the morning.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iug36z5 wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Thanks for that!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iuevawm wrote
Reply to comment by neurocellulose in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Ah, you picked it up from the URL in the photo
CTHistory42 OP t1_iuev6cn wrote
Reply to comment by colslaww in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Sorry, I don't. But I can tell you that stagecoaches were running from 1783 to 1850.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iueejvq wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
I have a JPEG, so I'll create a new post and label it as such. Thanks!
While I didn't study history in college, I have always had a passion for it and CT history is indeed amazing!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iuebijd wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Yeah, I was afraid that might not work. Snowing my ignorance now: how do I go about making a "linked post?" I haven't done that before. Thanks for any guidance.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iud6u6t wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Here's a route map from the old days ... hope this copy & paste works
CTHistory42 OP t1_iub2wys wrote
Reply to comment by Few-Information7570 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
You clearly know your stagecoach history!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iub2uo1 wrote
Reply to comment by therealkurumi in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Great comment and resource. Frederic's book is the bible for those of us who are so interested in transportation!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iub2qgd wrote
Reply to comment by tfl03 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Thanks so much! Very happy to hear that.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iu8j35h wrote
Reply to comment by nutmegger2020 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
I've added it to the list. Thanks!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iu8d1ud wrote
Reply to comment by Usedtoknowsomeone46 in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Well, the Amish have battery-powered signals on their horse and buggy units.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iu8czku wrote
Reply to comment by Jingboogley in Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
Can't argue with that!
CTHistory42 OP t1_iu8adb7 wrote
Reply to Stagecoach routes went everywhere in CT, from the late 1700s to the mid 1800s. Then, trains came along. Until then, you had to contend with crowded, bumpy rides. It was the cost of doing business. But, they worked. Hear the story of this era on the podcast Amazing Tales CT by CTHistory42
The podcast link: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com
CTHistory42 OP t1_itgpl3o wrote
Reply to comment by Mandalore108 in A railroad worker avoided the worst train crash in U.S. history in 1891; he had a premonition the night before and called-in sick. 4 trains collided in 10 minutes in eastern CT. His fill-in was killed. It’s the next episode of Amazing Tales: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com by CTHistory42
According to the President of the Thompson Historical Society, Railroad Fireman Mike Flynn told his supervisor - the night before the crash - that he was not going to report for service because "something bad" was going to happen. Jerry Fitzgerald filled in for him, and was killed in the crash (one of only three people, miraculously, who were killed in the multiple crashes - although dozens were injured). You can hear the whole story on the podcast: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com
CTHistory42 OP t1_iteprf7 wrote
Reply to comment by slothen2 in A railroad worker avoided the worst train crash in U.S. history in 1891; he had a premonition the night before and called-in sick. 4 trains collided in 10 minutes in eastern CT. His fill-in was killed. It’s the next episode of Amazing Tales: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com by CTHistory42
For the record, yes it was well documented - in advance.
CTHistory42 OP t1_itbu6ow wrote
Reply to comment by bristleboar in A railroad worker avoided the worst train crash in U.S. history in 1891; he had a premonition the night before and called-in sick. 4 trains collided in 10 minutes in eastern CT. His fill-in was killed. It’s the next episode of Amazing Tales: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com by CTHistory42
Thanks. Glad to hear it!
CTHistory42 OP t1_itbnc3h wrote
Reply to comment by nutmegger2020 in A railroad worker avoided the worst train crash in U.S. history in 1891; he had a premonition the night before and called-in sick. 4 trains collided in 10 minutes in eastern CT. His fill-in was killed. It’s the next episode of Amazing Tales: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com by CTHistory42
I'm not familiar with it. Any assistance you can provide would be most welcome.
CTHistory42 OP t1_itbn9mq wrote
Reply to comment by Mandalore108 in A railroad worker avoided the worst train crash in U.S. history in 1891; he had a premonition the night before and called-in sick. 4 trains collided in 10 minutes in eastern CT. His fill-in was killed. It’s the next episode of Amazing Tales: https://AmazingTalesCT.Podbean.com by CTHistory42
Actually, it was well documented the evening before.
CTHistory42 OP t1_iuik9qs wrote
Reply to comment by GunnieGraves in Here's a map of former, major stagecoach routes and major inter-town highways in CT. The map is not exhaustive, but it shows CT before many "newer" towns were formed/incorporated and gives a good sense for how development was prioritized. by CTHistory42
Some people aren't aware that Windsor was the very first settlement in CT