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“Coltsville truly represents American values and ingenuity,” Governor Rell said in her July 18 letter to Paul Loether, Chief of the NPS National Register of Historic Places and National Historic Landmarks Division. “It is a significant symbol of the development of the American economy and American manufacturing. Our state would be honored by this well-deserved recognition and the nation will benefit from the telling of the Coltsville story.” Samuel Colt founded Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing which developed the revolver design that revolutionized personal firearms. Colt’s original product and production designs, coupled with his exceptional business organization and marketing, led the way for future American manufacturing successes. The Colt Armory complex is being adapted for housing and office space while maintaining its architectural integrity. Federal government standards are being met, making the armory project eligible for the federal and state historic rehabilitation tax credits. “The Coltsville Historic District illustrates how entrepreneurship, ingenuity in invention and a diverse workforce came together to build a state’s and a nation’s economy,” Governor Rell said. “The industrial and associated residential buildings of the proposed Coltsville Historic District stand as a tangible reminder of this legacy. This designation is critical to Hartford’s revitalization – it uses existing buildings and infrastructure, helps to produce jobs and contributes to the city’s tax base as well as our quality of life.” © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Tribute to Civil War-era Connecticut Regiment’s service at Vicksburg unveiled - Aug 20, 2008 - 11:20:50 AM Bysiewicz orders audit on voting machines used in primaries - Aug 19, 2008 - 2:15:31 PM RootLoops XVII, annual fall family hike, returns Oct. 19 to SM&NC - Aug 19, 2008 - 6:08:07 AM Bear buries Bears with walk off shot - Aug 19, 2008 - 1:24:30 AM Spectacular three-day event to celebrate energy conservation - Aug 17, 2008 - 11:35:57 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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