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Danbury, Connecticut

Located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Danbury was founded in 1684. 'Hat Capital of the World' — produced most American hats. 'Mad as a hatter' may relate to mercury poisoning in hat factories.
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Founded 1684 | Population 86,420 | Peak 86,420 (2024) | County Fairfield County

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1684Founded: Danbury was founded in Fairfield County.
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1777British Raid: British burn Danbury in Revolutionary War.
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1880Hat Capital: Produces most hats in America.
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2010Modern Era: Danbury continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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1684 Culture
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1777 Disaster
British Raid
1880 Industry
Hat Capital
2010 Culture
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Did You Know?

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'Hat Capital of the World' — produced most American hats.
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'Mad as a hatter' may relate to mercury poisoning in hat factories.
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British burned Danbury in 1777.
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Danbury is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
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Danbury was founded in 1684.
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