CTVets250

08/21/2026

Great time tabling at the Hartford Yard Goats: Military Appreciation Night! Bill even got to throw out a first pitch.

07/05/2026

Thank you Jason Levy of WTNH News 8 for your interest in the Connecticut Revolutionary War Trail.
“We wanted to make sure that veterans had a voice in this commemoration, so a group of us got together and built this trail,” Christine Pittsley, the president Connecticut Veterans Foundation said. “There are 19 sites across 15 towns. “It’s our way of trying to get people out and learning about Connecticut’s incredible Revolutionary War history.”

The fireworks display at Hartford Bonanza was canceled Saturday night due to the inclement weather.

07/04/2026

At Hartford Bonanza 2026 promoting the Connecticut Revolutionary War Trail with Cranky Yankee. CTVets250.org.

07/04/2026

Two hundred fifty years ago today, a bunch of exhausted colonists decided they were done asking nicely.

Today, we're launching something built by people who actually study this stuff: the Connecticut Revolutionary War Trail is LIVE.

19 Trail Star sites. 15 towns. Real Revolutionary War history — the kind that actually happened here, not the fuzzy version you half-remember from 8th grade. Check in with your phone, earn points, unlock badges — and yes, there are rewards. New ones get added every day, so the earlier you start, the further ahead you are.

No app to download. No fee. Just an account, a phone, and whatever's left of your attention span after the fireworks.

Go. We'll be watching your progress. Closely.

CTVets250.org

07/03/2026

For 250 years, this state fought for its independence. Tomorrow, we're asking you to fight for your couch's independence — from you.

Starting July 4th, Connecticut's toughest, oldest, and most stubbornly opinionated tour guide goes live: the Connecticut Revolutionary War Trail. 19 real Revolutionary War sites across 15 towns. Free to join. No app to download — just your phone and a mild sense of adventure.

We've been building this a while. Tomorrow, it's real. Set a reminder. We don't like being stood up.

07/03/2026

Going to be a great day. Stop by and see us later that morning too.

The Hall of Flags ceremony in the capitol building is open to all and will be just the beginning of many events in the Hartford area to celebrate America 250 on July 4th. American Legion Posts are encouraged to bring your colors!!
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06/15/2026

Join CT VETS 250 and the Hartford Yard Goats for Military Appreciation Night!

Come out for a great evening of baseball while supporting Connecticut veterans. Every ticket purchased through our special CT VETS 250 link helps fund programs and services for veterans across our state.

📅 August 21
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Dunkin' Park, Hartford, CT

Bring your family, friends, and fellow supporters as we honor those who have served our nation and celebrate 250 years of military service and sacrifice.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets today using our link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hartford-yard-goatsctvets250-military-appreciation-night-tickets

06/05/2026

CTVets250

05/02/2026

We are so honored to be featured in this story from the The American Legion National Headquarters!

Feeling a lack of veteran inclusion in the primary America 250 plans of the state of Connecticut, its American Legion department has played a major role in building a nonprofit dedicated to highlighting veterans’ historical contributions to the state.