On July 4, 1776, delegates of the Continental Congress adopted
the Declaration of Independence; a document that announced the
fledgling 13 colonies would gain freedom from rule under Great
Britain -- a landmark decision during the early years of the
Revolutionary War. Today, we typically celebrate the birth of
American independence with barbecues, fireworks, and parades.
But another way to celebrate is to become immersed in the rich
history of Connecticut and the early days of what has since
become the United State of America. The Burning of Fairfield
(including Westport, Weston, Easton, and Black Rock) Back when
Fairfield included two-thirds of Westport, Weston, Easton, and
Bridgeport's Black Rock section, the area played a significant
role in the Revolutionary War. That role is commemorated every
year by Fairfield with a walking tour of an event known as the
Burning of Fairfield. and begins at the . detailed how
Fairfielders helped the cause for independence. Troops were sent
from Fairfield to fight in Lexi