Ansonia (Connecticut)

New Haven County

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Ansonia is a city in New Haven County in the U.S. state of Connecticut. The city lies on the Naugatuck River.

History

Ansonia was founded in 1652 by Anson Greene Phelps and, a philanthropist named. Originally Ansonia was one of Derby. The city suffered on August 19, 1955 by Hurricane Diane massive destruction. In the decades after the hurricane Ansonia experienced a recession. In recent years, the economy recovered after the opening of several new shops again.

Train

  • John G. Prendergast School
  • John C. Mead School
  • Ansonia Middle School
  • Ansonia High School

Population and demography

According to the census of 2000 Ansonia had 18,554 inhabitants, distributed among 7,507 households. The population density was 1,188 inhabitants / km ². 85.52 % of the population were white, 8.42% African American and 7.42% were Latinos.

Sons and daughters of the town

  • Reuben H. Tucker, two -star general
  • Place in Connecticut
  • Place in North America
  • New Haven County
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