1. On June 14, 1636, Hartford, Connecticut was founded by a group of settlers led by Reverend Thomas Hooker. Hooker was dissatisfied with the leadership in Massachusetts and believed in a more democratic system, which he helped establish in Hartford.

2. In 1777, the Battle of Ridgefield took place in Ridgefield, Connecticut during the American Revolution. A British raiding party, led by General William Tryon, was met by local militias and Patriots. The Americans were able to delay and harass the British, leading to a strategic victory.

3. The Hartford Circus Fire occurred on June 14, 1944 at the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. The fire, which was caused by a combination of factors including the use of flammable canvas and a delayed response from the fire department, resulted in the deaths of 167 people and injuries to hundreds more.

4. On June 14, 1970, the first Gay Rights march in Connecticut was held in New Haven. The march was organized by the Gay Liberation Front and aimed to raise awareness and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and acceptance.

5. The Mystic River Bascule Bridge in Mystic, Connecticut was dedicated on June 14, 1920. The bridge, which spans the Mystic River, is a unique example of early 20th century engineering and still operates today, opening for marine traffic.