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History of the COMO 1945-1970

  • July 01, 2022

The history of the Stonington Community Center as researched and presented by David Erskine on June 16, 2022.

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A heartfelt thank you to three of our Silver Spons A heartfelt thank you to three of our Silver Sponsors for 2026 Cannon Ball: - ASA Environmental Products - Block, Janney & Sisley LLC - Thames Valley WinSupply Partners like these are why we can keep during the important work that ties our community to history and the future. Please join us in supporting them and we'll see you on June 27. Purchase tickets today, link in bio. #HistoricStonington #TheCannonball #ThankASponsor #StoningtonCT
Today marks 82 years since the invasion of Normand Today marks 82 years since the invasion of Normandy. Maurice LaGrua, well known in Stonington as a photographer, served in the US Army and was on the beach those fateful days in early June 1944. Maurice was wounded at Normandy on June 8th, but went on to fight. He received numerous medals for his service, including a Purple Heart, and a Bronze Star. Thousands of young men made the ultimate sacrifice for global freedom and democracy. Take a moment today to thank a veteran, learn a piece of WWII history, or reflect on the peace they fought so hard to secure. We will never forget. #localhistory #valor #veteran #courage #sacrifice #bravery #WWII #StoningtonCT #USArmy #neverforget #honor #Normandy #DDAY
Raising a glass to two of our Gold Sponsors, whose Raising a glass to two of our Gold Sponsors, whose generous support helps make The Cannon Ball possible. When you support our sponsors, you're supporting the preservation of Stonington's story. We're so grateful for partners like Densmore Oil and AP Electric. The Cannonball • June 27 #HistoricStonington #TheCannonball #SponsorSpotlight #StoningtonCT
Don't forget to join us on Saturday from 10am to 1 Don't forget to join us on Saturday from 10am to 12pm in the Robinson Burial Ground on Broad Street in the Borough for our next Cemetery Clean Up. All materials provided - you only need work gloves and some water. We can't wait to see you and help restore these beautiful stones to their former glory. #localhistory #cemetery #respect #veterans #history #preservation #StoningtonCT #America250 #handsonhistory
After a career spent protecting Stonington Borough After a career spent protecting Stonington Borough for 35 years, Fire Chief Jeff Hoadley is hanging up his helmet on July 4th and there's no more fitting send-off than this. We are proud to announce that Chief Hoadley will receive the Hero Award at the 27th annual Cannon Ball on June 27, 2026. It's a small token of the enormous gratitude this community owes him. Join us in honoring a true Stonington hero. Tickets at the link in bio. #HistoricStonington #TheCannonball #StoningtonCT #HeroAward #ThankYouChief 📷 Photograph by Bergin O’Malley
Private First Class John Roderick was born in 1919 Private First Class John Roderick was born in 1919 to Manuel Roderick and Rose Gils. He attended Stonington High School for one year, and was drafted into the US Army. As a part of Hodges 1st Army, he took part in the invasion of Normandy and fought in the battles of France, Belgium and Germany. After the battle of Aachen, he was moved to the 9th Army and took part in the Battles of Holland, the Rhine and Elbe. He was promoted to Corporal in June 1945, and was discharged in September the same year. #localhistory #veterans #remember #memory #respect #courage #sacrifice #wwii #history #community #Army #StoningtonCT
Join us Saturday, June 27th 2026 for the 27th annu Join us Saturday, June 27th 2026 for the 27th annual Cannonball! Have you purchased your tickets yet? This isn't just an event - it's the reason we can keep restoring, teaching and sharing the history of Stonington. Every seat at the table makes that work possible. Not to mention the Cannon Ball is one of the best events of the year! Tickets and tables available now at cannonball2026.givesmart.com and in the link in bio Where: Nathaniel B. Palmer House at 40 Palmer Street in Stonington Time: 5 - 10 pm #TheCannonball #HistoricStonington #StoningtonCT #OneMonthOut
Our next America 250 event is coming up on Saturda Our next America 250 event is coming up on Saturday, June 6th. Meet us at the Robinson Burial Ground on Broad Street in Stonington Borough between 10am and 12pm for a cemetery clean up! Members of the Stonington Cemetery Commission and Abigail Hinman Chapter DAR will be there to show you how to properly clean the stones - all materials provided. Please bring your own water and work gloves. Parking is available at the Town Docks, a short walk from the burial ground. #localhistory #veterans #history #respect #community #care #preservation #cleanup #handson #familyfriendly #free #America250 #patriotism #memorial #StoningtonCT #cemetery
Eugene Bessette was born in 1918 to parents Arsene Eugene Bessette was born in 1918 to parents Arsene Bessette and Rosanna Martin. He graduated from Stonington High School in 1936, and Providence College in 1940. He enlisted in the Air Force, and became a 1st Lieutenant. Eugene served as a Flight Commander in Iceland, before he was killed in an airplane accident at Raleigh, NC in October of 1943. He was awarded the Air Medal for meritorious service. This Memorial Day, as we remember Lt. Bessette and so many others like him who never made it home, we may not know them all, but we owe them all. Let us pause to reflect on the true price of freedom, honor our fallen countrymen, and stand united in respect of their courage and sacrifice. #memorialday #localhistory #veterans #history #honor #sacrifice #freedom #loss #courage #memory #respect #memorialdayweekend #heroes #America
If you lived in Stonington before 2006, you'll sur If you lived in Stonington before 2006, you'll surely remember Stonington Lumber. The company was started in 1929 by Andrew Wheaton Perry (1867-1948) and his son, Burrows Perry (1897-1990), as an off-shoot of their construction company, A.W. Perry & Son. What fond memories do you have of this iconic Stonington business? #localhistory #hardware #paint #restoration #community #smallbusiness #StoningtonCT #memories #nostalgia

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