AVON/FARMINGTON, CT — The Avon Free Public Library will host a free presentation on Tuesday, Nov. 10, exploring the experiences of Avon and Farmington residents who served during the opening years of the American Revolution.
The program, "Avon & Farmington's Soldiers Early in the Revolution," will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the library's Community Room at 281 Country Club Road.
The event is part of Avon's America 250 commemoration activities recognizing the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Local history researcher Betty Coykendall will lead the presentation, focusing on the years 1775 through 1777 and the residents who answered the call to military service.
Avon was originally known as Northington and was part of the larger Farmington community during the Revolutionary War era.
Drawing on archival research involving Farmington and Avon logbooks and diaries from 1775 to 1777, Coykendall will examine who served, where they served, and how the war affected daily life in the two communities.
The presentation will also explore how historical records were used to compile lists of local soldiers who participated in the conflict.
Beyond military service, the program will examine the war's impact on families who remained at home.
Attendees will learn how spouses, children, and extended families dealt with uncertainty, financial difficulties, and the emotional strain of separation while loved ones served in the military.
The presentation is co-sponsored by the Avon and Farmington libraries.
Event Details
Additional information about Avon's America 250 activities is available at avonct.gov/avon250.
For more information and to register for the program, click on this link.
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