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Putnam was incorporated in 1855, which separated it from Killingly, Pomfret and Thompson. The town was named in honor of Revolutionary War General Israel Putnam. Putnam was a key contributor in providing clothing and other goods to the Civil War soldiers. There were numerous mills and a train ran through the town, providing transportation for the goods being produced.

On Aug. 19, 1955, Putnam was devastated by floods resulting from torrential downpours caused by two hurricanes, which hit Connecticut within the span of a week. Hurricane Connie affected Connecticut on Aug. 13, dropping between four and six inches of rain across the state. Hurricane Diane soaked the state with 14 inches of rain on Aug. 18-19. The result was flooding in many of the state’s rivers, including the Quinebaug River. The resulting torrent of water destroyed homes, businesses and factories. Floating magnesium barrels burst, lighting up the night. The railroad bed was washed away. Famous Putnam residents include; baseball coach Bob Schaefer and baseball pitcher Rollie Sheldon, serial killer Michael Bruce Ross and actree Brooke Brodack. Historical Putnam landmarks include; the Putnam High School, the Putnam Railroad Station and the Cady-Copp House.

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Putnam, Connecticut

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Incorporated: 1855
County: New Haven
Putnam, CT Population:
2010: 9,288

GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.5422
Longitude: -71.5213

Putnam CT Local Information
Putnam Police Dispatch: 860-928-6565
Putnam Fire Department: 860-928-2919
Ambulance Service: 911
Town Hall Telephone: 860-963-6807

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