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| Connecticut Facts |
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The town of Washington, Connecticut was incorporated in 1779, being named in honor of General George Washington. |
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In colonial New Haven, Connecticut cut pumpkins were used as guides for haircuts to ensure a round uniform style. Because of this fashion, these New Englanders were nicknamed "pumpkin-heads." |
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The population of Hartford, CT is approximately 125,000 people. |
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