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Groton, Connecticut
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The USS Nautilus, the world's first operational nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in Groton in 1954 and is now a museum at the Submarine Force Library and Museum.
Fort Griswold in Groton was the site of a significant battle during the Revolutionary War, where British forces led by Benedict Arnold attacked in 1781.
Groton is known as the 'Submarine Capital of the World' due to its long-standing history with submarine manufacturing and the presence of the Naval Submarine Base New London.
Bluff Point State Park in Groton offers a rare combination of undeveloped coastal land, providing hiking, biking, and bird-watching opportunities.
In the 19th century, Groton was a significant player in the whaling industry, with many ships setting sail from its ports.
The famous American author, Eugene O'Neill, spent part of his childhood in Groton, which influenced some of his later works.
The area that is now Groton was originally inhabited by the Pequot tribe, who played a crucial role in the region's early history.
Groton is home to the Avery Point campus of the University of Connecticut, which offers a unique coastal setting for marine sciences and maritime studies.
