New London Trivia

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What major U.S. military academy is located in New London?

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U.S. Coast Guard Academy

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What is the name of the historic lighthouse located at the mouth of the Thames River in New London?

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New London Harbor Light

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Which longtime rivalry game did New London win 35–13, marking the oldest high school football rivalry in the nation?

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vs NFA (Norwich Free Academy)

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What is the nickname of the United States Coast Guard Academy’s athletic teams located in New London?

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Bears

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Which Ivy League school briefly moved to New London during the Revolutionary War?

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Yale University

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What is the significance of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London?

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It is a major military academy that trains future leaders of the U.S. Coast Guard.

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What role does the New London Harbor Light serve?

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It serves as a navigational aid for ships entering the Thames River.

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What is the historical importance of the rivalry between New London and NFA?

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It is recognized as the oldest high school football rivalry in the United States.

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What are the primary sports teams at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy known as?

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They are known as the Bears.

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How did Yale University contribute to New London's history during the Revolutionary War?

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Yale briefly relocated to New London to continue its operations during the war.