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Danbury, Connecticut

Located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Danbury was founded in 1684. 'Hat Capital of the World' — produced most American hats. 'Mad as a hatter' may relate to mercury poisoning in hat factories.
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Founded 1684 | Population 86,420 | Peak 86,420 (2024) | County Fairfield County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Danbury, Connecticut

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1684Founded: Danbury was founded in Fairfield County.
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1777British Raid: British burn Danbury in Revolutionary War.
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1880Hat Capital: Produces most hats in America.
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2010Modern Era: Danbury continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1684 Culture
Founded
1777 Disaster
British Raid
1880 Industry
Hat Capital
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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'Hat Capital of the World' — produced most American hats.
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'Mad as a hatter' may relate to mercury poisoning in hat factories.
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British burned Danbury in 1777.
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Danbury is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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Danbury was founded in 1684.

Famous People from Danbury, Connecticut

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Charles Ives
Composer, Actuary · Born Oct 20, 1874 · Died May 19, 1954 (age 79)
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Jonathan Brandis
Screenwriter, Actor · Born Apr 13, 1976 · Died Nov 12, 2003 (age 27)
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Lindsey Jacobellis
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Jenna von Oy
Singer, Voice Actor · Born May 2, 1977 · Age 48
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Steven Novella
Neurologist, University Teacher · Born Jul 29, 1964 · Age 61
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