Groton Connecticut is an old New England town settled in the 1640s between the Thames and the Mystic Rivers. Early on it became a shipbuilding town. During WW1 Groton became a submarine base and in 1954 the first nuclear powered submarine, the Nautilus, was launched from Groton. In the waning days of the American Revolution the turncoat Benedict Arnold overwhelmed a cadre of militia on the heights of Groton overlooking the Thames. Arnold sacked the town as well as setting New London on fire across the river. This is the only major battle fought during the Revolution in Connecticut. We will meet in the parking lot of the DCA at 8:30 am. Those who wish to car pool may do so. Others may wish to drive alone. It is a 1 hour and 45 minute drive to Groton. We will pick a place for lunch either in Groton or in another town on our return. Please join us for an exciting day in a lovely part of Connecticut. Let Joe Spain or David Mace know of your interest in joining us.
Joe Spain, David Mace
Some great pictures: Wandering in Groton