The Works Progress Administration (W.P.A.) conducted a massive development / improvement program at what is now known as Groton – New London Airport. “Develop landing area at airport” Official Project Number: 165‐1‐15‐123 Total project cost: $49,684.00 Sponsor: State of Connecticut, Department of… read more
The W.P.A. conducted numerous improvement and development projects at the New London Submarine Base. Project details: “Construct and improve buildings, utilities, and grounds” Official Project Number: 165‐1‐91‐105 Total project cost: $49,805.00 Sponsor: Commandant, Naval Submarine Base, U.S. Navy “Make improvements… read more
Groton, Connecticut’s historic town hall was dedicated in 1908. The Public Works Administration (P.W.A.) supplied a $31,597 grant for a town hall improvement and possible expansion project, whose total cost was $70,301. Construction occurred between Jan. and Nov. 1937. The… read more