This history of Kent, Connecticut provides a detailed look at the development of this picturesque New England town. Atwater explores a wide range of topics, from the town's early settlement to its role in the Revolutionary War to the rise of its industrial economy. Along the way, he offers readers a glimpse into the lives of the many fascinating characters who have called Kent home over the centuries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.