1. On August 25, 1775, the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry began operating. This ferry, which crossed the Connecticut River, was crucial for transportation and trade between the two towns.

2. In 1854, on August 25th, the Hartford Fire Department was officially established. This department grew to become one of the most respected fire departments in the country, with a history of innovative and effective firefighting strategies.

3. On August 25, 1928, the first federal prison in the state of Connecticut opened in Wethersfield. This prison, known as the Wethersfield Correctional Institution, was initially designed to house 150 inmates, but grew in size over the years.

4. August 25, 1975, saw the establishment of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation. Since then, the lottery has become a significant source of revenue for the state, funding everything from education to health care.

5. In 1990, on August 25th, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation opened Foxwoods Resort Casino, which quickly became one of the largest casinos in the world. Today, Foxwoods is a major tourist destination and important economic driver for the region.