Archaeologists in Lebanon, Connecticut, uncover the remains of an 18th-century bake house after excavating near the town green. Multiple outlets report that the structure is unusually well preserved and has been located underground for centuries. The bake house is described as a remnant of the Revolutionary War era, with one account stating that it was used to make bread for French troops. The findings come during archaeological work in the area as researchers examine historic layers associated with the town’s past. Officials and archaeologists assess the site’s condition and historical context, with the goal of understanding how the bake house functioned and who used it. While the coverage emphasizes its Revolutionary War connection and preservation, details such as exact dates, dimensions, and any artifacts found are not included in the provided reports. The discovery adds to the documentation of 18th-century activity in Lebanon and provides new physical evidence of food-preparation infrastructure linked to the period.
Archaeologists Uncover 18th-Century Revolutionary War Bake House in Lebanon, Connecticut
Archaeologists in Lebanon, Connecticut, uncover the remains of an 18th-century bake house after excavating near the town green. Multiple outlets report that the structure is unusually well preserved a...
- Archaeologists uncover an 18th-century bake house in Lebanon, Connecticut.
- The bake house is found near the town green during excavation.
- The structure is described as well preserved despite being underground for centuries.
- The bake house is linked to the Revolutionary War era, including bread-making for French troops (as reported).
- The discovery is presented as an unusual find associated with historic military-era support operations.
Archaeologists who were excavating an historic Connecticut town green have uncovered the well-preserved remains of an 18th-century bake house — an unusual remnant of the Revolutionary War.
2 hours agoA well-preserved 18th-century bake house used to make bread for French troops in the Revolutionary War has been uncovered by archaeologists in Lebanon, Connecticut.
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