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Naugatuck and the Flood of 1955

Damage

Conclusion

  • Total cost of damage, $23,895,188.
  • Today's dollar $164, 064,361 dollars

Introduction to the Flood

  • “Today our old apartment building on Hotchkiss Street is gone. In its place are rows of cars belonging to a dealership. My grandfather’s shop is gone. He later relocated to Maple Street. Gone are the other names along South Main - either by the water or Route 8.” (Republican, 64)
  • Lets teach our students something about their own town to spark interests and gain the credits needed!
  • The flood of Naugatuck Connecticut and the students of Naugatuck High School
  • Why should a course on local history be added to Naugatuck High Schools course options?

Background Information

  • Hurricane Connie and Hurricane Diane
  • Twenty affected towns
  • What was the damage like in the town of Naugatuck?

Downtown Naugatuck

  • Law enforcement, residents, etc.
  • Paddle boats, walking, and helicopters.

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