WFSB: Bill proposed to rename Thames River back to its original name
January 23, 2023A historic Connecticut river could see a name change.
State Rep. Anthony Nolan proposed a bill that would rename the Thames River back to its original name, the Pequot River.
The Thames River is named after European settlers, but before that the river was called the Pequot River to honor the Native Americans that live there.
Rep. Nolan said: “Our state had a significant history prior to the European’s arrival, and I believe through this change we can return a piece of history that was taken away. Connecticut’s five tribal nations are a significant part of the state’s past and present, and in building on their land, we have a responsibility to honor their contributions and preserve a past that was erased.”
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