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46-735: The historic district includes late 19th and 20th century revival and late Victorian architecture. When listed on the National Register, the district included 27 contributing buildings . Also included were 25 non-contributing buildings. The Connecticut Hospital for the Insane was formally opened in Middletown in 1868. Two years earlier, Middletown had granted the site to the State for the establishment of an asylum to accommodate Connecticut's mentally ill. By 1896, four groups of buildings had been erected and

92-471: A Sikorsky S-39 Flying Boat can be found that was used during World War II for rescuing pilots of subchasers that had gone down. A local artist painted an oil painting of the aircraft, now prominently displayed next to it in the exhibit. Photos of the exhibit, the unveiling ceremony, and the oil painting can be found at the Wing Headquarters building. The first two Air Medals presented by the president of

138-400: A large fan in relief above the door. Currently unoccupied, the structure once housed hospital employees. Other notable early buildings are located on the grounds. The police station, a distinctive cottage, was erected in 1895. Shepherd Home and Russell Hall are two similar structures that were built in the 1920s; they exhibit large, ornate porticoes which are classical in design. There are also

184-507: A military drill and ceremonies competition and a public speaking competition. Col Mary Feik , after whom one of CAP's cadet awards is named in honor of her work in women's rights in aviation, was the keynote speaker at the 2007 conference. It is also common to have government representatives attend, including members of the state legislature. The CAP National History project and National Museum most recognize CTWG for their involvement in coastal patrol missions during World War II, shortly after

230-422: A number of maintenance buildings. The majority of these form a large group centered on Shew Hall. This site contains approximately 200 acres. It comprises many distinctive structures that evidence different periods of the institution's development. Shew Hall, the original hospital structure, was built in 1867. It functions as the administrative building and is the focal point of the institution. This large structure

276-469: A number of small residences, constructed during the late nineteenth century, that have served as living quarters for the staff. Smith Home and Shepard Home once provided housing for nursing staff. Russell Hall once was used as the on-campus medical hospital. This site reflects the history associated with the care and treatment of the mentally ill in Connecticut. The buildings, reminiscent of different eras of

322-444: A singular or simpler classification title. Mission/Spanish Revival is an amalgam of two distinct styles popular in different but adjacent eras: the primarily late-19th-century Mission Revival Style architecture and early-20th-century (and later) Spanish Colonial Revival architecture . The combined term, or the individual terms, are often used in the style classifications of NRHP listed buildings. Pueblo Revival Style architecture

368-686: Is a Neoclassical movement of the late 18th and early 19th centuries in Europe. It emerged in the U.S. following the War of 1812 and while a revolutionary war in Greece attracted America's interest. Greek Revival architecture was popularized by Minard Lafever 's pattern books: The Young Builders' General Instructor in 1829, the Modern Builders' Guide in 1833, The Beauties of Modern Architecture in 1835, and The Architectural Instructor in 1850. Greek Revival in

414-803: Is a revival style based on traditional Native American Pueblo architecture of adobe dwellings–communities in the Pueblo culture , primarily in present-day New Mexico , northeastern Arizona, and southwestern Colorado. Examples include the Institute of American Indian Arts , La Fonda on the Plaza , and the Mabel Dodge Luhan House in New Mexico, and the Painted Desert Inn in Arizona. Exotic Revival architecture

460-619: Is a term commonly appearing in NRHP listings, which reflects American Craftsman and Bungalow styles. American Craftsman is often a term used for the Arts and Crafts movement works and philosophy expressed in the United States. It can include domestic architecture, interior design, landscape design, applied arts, decorative arts, and the fine arts. Many Craftsman and other style influenced California bungalow houses were popular and built nationwide into

506-536: Is another style that may reflect a mix of Moorish Revival architecture , Egyptian Revival architecture , and other influences. Just a few of many National Register-listed places identified with this style are El Zaribah Shrine Auditorium , Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery , Fort Smith Masonic Temple , and Algeria Shrine Temple . Examples in California include Grauman's Chinese Theatre and Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood ,

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552-483: Is at the top of a hill and offers panoramic views of the city. Silver Street and Bow Lane pass through the property which is bordered by Eastern Drive, to the west. Small drives, leading from these streets, traverse the property's grounds. The hospital consists of approximately eighty structures complemented by 650 acres (2.6 km) south and east of the main site. It includes large institutional buildings constructed of brick and brownstone, frame and brick residences, and

598-639: Is in the Northeast region, it also uses callsigns that start with "CAP Stone", the Northeast region prefix. The largest cadet activity held by the Wing is the annual Summer Encampment. The Wing Commander and Director of Cadet Programs also runs the application process as per national regulations for the National Cadet Special Activities in Civil Air Patrol. Connecticut Wing was featured in

644-517: Is named in honor of the hospital's first superintendent, Dr. Abram M. Shew. Designed by Addison Hutton of Philadelphia, it was constructed in the Second Empire style. The building was remodeled in 1939, when the interior was updated and a flat roof bordered by a parapet was installed on the main section. The three large wings display mansard roofs and details that are indicative of the main section's former appearance. Stanley Hall, built around 1879,

690-676: Is responsible for the staff members located at wing headquarters , who are independent of the individual squadrons. Finally, the Wing Commander is responsible for connecting the two groups and ensuring that the Chief of Staff uses the wing staff members to benefit the squadrons who receive these benefits through the Vice Commander. Most of the wing-level staff positions fit into various departments led by directors. For example, Emergency Services Officer (DOS) and Ground Training Officer (GO) fit into

736-544: Is the Long Island Sound Patrol (LISP) program. LISP flies patrol missions across Long Island Sound during the summer months in coordination with the United States Coast Guard to provide more immediate assistance to vessels in distress. The Wing was credited with numerous finds and saves in the year following its inception in summer 2007, and plans are in effect to continue the program. As of May 2024,

782-539: Is to be held in June 2008 in conjunction with CATO Rocketry Club, the local chapter of the National Association of Rocketry . The Wing's Cadet Advisory Council also hosts the annual Col Howard E Palmer Cadet Ball in recognition of the longest-serving Wing commander. The event is held during the fall season each year and is intended as an informal social gathering to promote inter-squadron cooperation. Nearly one half of

828-588: The Aztec Hotel on historic U.S. Route 66 in Southern California . "Postmedieval English" architecture is a style term used for a number of NRHP listings, including William Ward Jr. House in Middlefield, Connecticut. "Late 19th and Early 20th Century American Movements" are revival styles and other American architectural movements, that originated during increasing development in the United States during

874-883: The Citadel Outlets in Commerce near Los Angeles, and the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum in San Jose . The Mayan Revival architecture style frequently blends Maya architectural and artistic motifs with those of other Mesoamerican cultures, particularly of Aztec architecture . Examples include: the Mayan Theater in Downtown Los Angeles ; the Hollyhock House by Frank Lloyd Wright in East Hollywood ; and

920-540: The Connecticut General Assembly upon receiving their promotions . Governor M. Jodi Rell declared December 1, 2007, Civil Air Patrol Day in the State of Connecticut, in recognition of the continuing efforts of the Wing and held as an anniversary to the Wing's creation on December 1, 1941. The Wing currently has more than 700 members. During World War II, Connecticut Wing was heavily involved in coastal patrol and anti-submarine missions along its section of

966-484: The National Register Information System (NRIS) database. Other properties are given a custom architectural description with "vernacular" or other qualifiers, and others have no style classification. Many National Register-listed properties do not fit into the several categories listed here, or they fit into more specialized subcategories. The complete list of the 40 architectural style codes in

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1012-655: The National Register Information System—NRIS follows: Some selected National Register Information System (NRIS) styles, with examples, include: Federal architecture was the classicizing architecture style built in the newly founded United States between c.  1780 and 1830. Examples include: the Old Town Hall in Massachusetts, and Plumb House in Virginia. Greek Revival architecture

1058-476: The Second Industrial Revolution of the late 19th century, and continuing development and urbanization during the early 20th century before World War I . 'American Movements' is a broader design and art movement phrase used in the visual arts of the United States . It refers to U.S. centric art and design movements that originated during any century of the country's history. Bungalow/Craftsman

1104-399: The battle dress uniform until 2006 when National Headquarters made it optional. Each squadron also has a distinctive patch. A 2007 issue of Civil Air Patrol Volunteer magazine featured an image of all of Connecticut Wing's squadron patches surrounding the Wing patch. Connecticut Wing is also symbolized by the name "Charter Oak", which precedes all CTWG radio callsigns . Since Connecticut

1150-864: The 1930s. Very large and well detailed custom residences are described as ultimate bungalows , such as the works by Greene and Greene in California. Examples include: the Gamble House in Pasadena, and the Thorsen House in Berkeley. Smaller American Craftsman homes include: Batchelder House and Holmes-Shannon House . Bungalow examples include the Birthplace of Richard Nixon and the Lanterman House . Bungalow courts include: Palmetto Court and Gartz Court . There are hundreds of National Register-listed buildings of

1196-630: The American revival of classical Palladian architecture include: The Rotunda by Thomas Jefferson at the University of Virginia, and the Hammond-Harwood House in Annapolis, Maryland. Late Victorian architecture is widely distributed on the register's listings, for many building types in every state. The Carpenter Gothic style was popular for Late Victorian wooden churches. The Queen Anne style

1242-689: The Atlantic coast. For this, it received two air medals from the U.S. government. Connecticut Wing also flew recovery operations to rescue American pilots who had lost their aircraft domestically. One of the Sikorsky S-39 Flying Boats used for recovery operations is now on display at the New England Air Museum at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut . Among the other missions that Connecticut Wing currently performs

1288-855: The Early Commercial architecture type. Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol The Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol is the highest echelon of Civil Air Patrol in the state of Connecticut . Headquartered in Beers Hall at the Connecticut Valley Hospital campus in Middletown, Connecticut , Connecticut Wing (CTWG) has 12 primary subordinate units located throughout the state to help it carry out its missions. The missions include providing aerospace education and training for all of its members, teaching leadership skills to Connecticut youth, and performing various domestic emergency services for

1334-569: The March 2007 edition of Civil Air Patrol Volunteer magazine for an event held at Hartford-Brainard Airport in Hartford, Connecticut , in conjunction with the Connecticut State Police , which provided volunteers side-by-side training with search-and-rescue dogs. Connecticut Wing cadets are currently involved in a competition between squadrons in the field of model rocketry. The final competition

1380-626: The Operations Department, led by the Director of Operations (DO). Other positions are not in departments, such as the Finance Officer (FM) and Safety Officer (SE). Wing staff members meet at the headquarters building, Beers Hall, on the Connecticut Valley Hospital campus in Middletown, Connecticut . They also attend monthly "staff call" meetings to improve internal communication. All 12 of Connecticut's squadrons report directly to either

1426-657: The U.S. includes vernacular versions such as the 1839 Simsbury Townhouse built by an unknown craftsman and the Dicksonia Plantation , and high-style versions such as the Second Bank of the United States, Philadelphia . Many plantation houses in the Southern United States were built in Greek Revival variations, including Millford Plantation , Melrose , Gaineswood , and Annandale Plantation Examples of

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1472-716: The United States of America in a noncombatant capacity. Members were notably instrumental in major events during the Wing's 75-year history, carrying out operations in World War II , 9/11 , and the Hurricane Katrina disaster. The Wing has received numerous awards and recognitions, including unit citations from the Northeast Region Headquarters and National Headquarters, as well as government recognition by local, state and federal officials. Several individual members, including most cadet officers, are recognized by

1518-603: The United States to Civil Air Patrol went to Hugh Sharp and Eddie Edwards, who conducted the rescue in the S-39. This successful program, which spotted 173 German U-Boats, dropped 57 depth charges, hit 10 of the U-Boats, and sank two of them, was inevitably discontinued after the end of the second World War. Many of the planes used specifically for this program are now parts of exhibits, replaced by new aircraft that are more suited to teaching young students to fly and performing search and rescue,

1564-772: The Western Connecticut Group or the Eastern Connecticut Group. The Groups report to Wing Headquarters. There are also three non-standard squadrons (000, 001, and 999) under Wing HQ, and there are liaisons with units in other branches of the armed forces , including the AFROTC at the University of Connecticut , which partners with Civil Air Patrol (CAP). Col Peter Jensen began a history restoration project in 2007 in an effort to uncover as much about Connecticut Wing's history as possible. Photographs were found of all of

1610-495: The Wing Commander of CTWG is Col Ashley LaPlante. As of August 2021, The Vice Commander position is held by Lt Col Meghan Brownell. The Chief of Staff is Maj Scott Farley. The Vice Commander is responsible for coordinating the wing echelon with the subordinate units, specifically the squadrons. The Vice Commander is also an assistant of the Wing Commander, serving as the coordinator of various special projects. The Chief of Staff

1656-415: The Wing's cadets attended the 2007 Cadet Ball, with an estimated 139 in attendance. Additionally, Connecticut Wing holds an annual conference during October. This time is used to allow the Wing commander to address the entire Wing, for guest speakers to give keynote speeches, and for the annual awards to be presented to their recipients. Several competitions for the cadets occur at each conference, including

1702-651: The cadet membership, and the Col Howard E. Palmer Memorial Cadet Ball is conducted annually in his honor by the Connecticut Wing Cadet Advisory Council . The most prominent icon representing the wing is the Connecticut Wing's patch , with an ultramarine blue background and bearing the image of its mascot , Connie the Search and Rescue Dog. The wing patch was required to be worn on the left sleeve of

1748-399: The creation of CAP. Since CAP was created in a time of crisis, when Brigadier General Billy Mitchell was warning the country of impending attack and less than a week before the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii , coastal patrol and submarine searching became the prime missions of CAP. In the New England Air Museum, located at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut ,

1794-518: The current missions of Civil Air Patrol. Currently, CTWG has two Cessna 172s , two Cessna 182s and one Cessna 182 T with Garmin G1000 Glass cockpit . Connecticut Wing has the highest number of hours flown per aircraft of any state in the North East Region, and ranks high on a national scale. The membership of CTWG grew from 500 to 600 total active members during the 2007 fiscal year, making

1840-604: The hospital's past, document its progressive growth and comprise a diverse collection that contributes to the architectural variety of Middletown. The Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol Wing Headquarters (NER-CT-001) is located in Beers Hall. Late 19th and 20th Century Revivals architecture In the United States, the National Register of Historic Places classifies its listings by various types of architecture . Listed properties often are given one or more of 40 standard architectural style classifications that appear in

1886-521: The institution was one of the largest of its kind in the country. The site is still used as a psychiatric care facility, operated by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The State has indicated that it wishes to demolish up to 24 buildings on the campus. Located South Farms district, Connecticut Valley Hospital consists of a large concentration of early and contemporary buildings. The site, landscaped with broad lawns and large shade trees,

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1932-514: The previous Wing commanders, and were restored by Wing staff members. Notable commanders of Connecticut Wing include Col Tier (née Hopkins), who was the niece of Lady Astor and the Civil Air Patrol 's first female wing commander. Col Frost was slated to be the next Northeast Region commander after he relinquished command of the Wing, but he died before assuming command. Col Howard Palmer during his term as Wing commander established activities for

1978-550: Was also designed in the Second Empire style. It was the hospital's maximum security facility in prior years. Stanley Hall was dismantled and removed some time after 1999. Woodward Hall, erected around 1886, is in the Queen Anne style. It has an irregular profile that is accentuated by many ells. The structure exhibits multiple roofs capped by numerous chimneys, wide turrets, and large, gabled dormers. The interior has been recently remodeled. The Queen Anne style section of Woodward Hall

2024-476: Was highlighted by prominent, steeply pitched gables and floral designs in terra cotta . The interior sections and roofs of the western side of Weeks Hall collapsed in the 21st century, but the exterior walls remained standing until the structure burned on September 21, 2010. Smith Home, constructed about 1909, is designed in the Colonial Revival style. It has a cross-gabled roof crowned by a slender, distinctive tower. The main entrance displays fluted pilasters and

2070-462: Was popular in later American Victorian architecture, after the earlier Italianate style , and is frequent on NRHP residential listings. The Shingle Style is an American variation of Queen Anne. A grouping of historicist architecture Revival styles , with the title Late 19th and 20th Century Revivals, has been applied by the NRHP for many listings. There are numerous listed buildings designed in an amalgam of several to many revival styles that defy

2116-456: Was torn down in 2007, and there are tentative plans to develop a garden where it once stood. The "newer" section of Woodward Hall (built in the early 20th century at the same time Weeks Hall was built) still stands and houses the geriatric wards. Weeks Hall, built in 1896, was also constructed in the Queen Anne and, in addition, had features that suggested the influence of the Jacobethan Revival . Its appearance, similar to that of Woodward Hall,

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