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Stratford, Connecticut

Located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Stratford was founded in 1639. Sikorsky Aircraft makes helicopters here. Named for Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon.
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Founded 1639 | Population 52,000 | Peak 52,000 (2024) | County Fairfield County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Stratford, Connecticut

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1639 Founded: One of oldest CT towns.
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1955 Sikorsky: Sikorsky helicopters.
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2010 Modern Era: Stratford continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Stratford continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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1955 Industry
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Did You Know?

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Sikorsky Aircraft makes helicopters here.
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Named for Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon.
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One of Connecticut's oldest towns (1639).
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Stratford is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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Stratford has a population of approximately 52,000.

Famous People from Stratford, Connecticut

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William Samuel Johnson
Judge, Lawyer · Born Oct 7, 1727 · Died Nov 14, 1819 (age 92)
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Benjamin Silliman Sr.
Chemist, University Teacher · Born Aug 8, 1779 · Died Nov 24, 1864 (age 85)
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Javier Colon
Singer, Musician · Born Apr 29, 1978 · Age 47
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John William Sterling
Lawyer · Born May 12, 1844 · Died Jul 5, 1918 (age 74)
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Gideon Tomlinson
Lawyer, Politician · Born Dec 31, 1780 · Died Oct 8, 1854 (age 73)

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