The American Revolution (1775-1783) transformed Fairfield.
Learn about the town during the war years, what happened during the Burning of Fairfield, and how people experienced it.
The Town
What was Fairfield like at the time of the American Revolution? What events led up to the war? How did people choose to support England or an independent America?
Learn about the invasion and the Burning of Fairfield in 1779, and how it impacted the town and some of its residents.