Hartford is the state’s Capital. Mark Twain built a home there for his family in 1873. At that time Hartford was very wealthy and was the home of many authors, political commentators, etc. His time in Hartford was some of his happiest: raising his family, writing his best novels, working on his inventions. The house reflects his personality and of his wife’s, who was completely opposite of him. In other words, the house is very eclectic. His next door neighbor was Harriet Beecher Stowe, the author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. The house is simpler than Twains, but shows her personality of many talents, which included painting.

The State House was completed in 1878, which stands on a hill in Bushnell Park(named after the inventor of the submarine). Guided and self-led tours are available of the building, which has undergone restoration fifteen years ago. The rotunda is especially breathtaking with its marble columns and star studded dome. Throughout the capital are reminders of the state’s history. In the basement, hidden from general viewing are display cases of memorabilia, such as spoon collection, china place settings, medals, campaign paraphernalia, etc.

The Old State house is a short walk downtown on Main Street. Built in 1796, it is based on the city hall in Liverpool, England. The center area, now enclosed, was open to the elements, giving a feeling of access to the legislative and judicial processes. This worked for half of the year when the weather was pleasant. During the harsh winters, the capital moved to New Haven. In September, 1839 the first Amistad trial took place here. Roger Sherman Baldwin pleaded their case and they were acquitted of mutiny and murder. The Federal Government stepped in under the direction of Martin Van Buren. In order to appease Southern Democrats the acquitted mutineers were charged as being run away slaves. That trial was moved to New Haven, CT in February, 1840 (the winter capital). Once again they were found to be free men, not slaves. Still wanting a pound of flesh, the executive government brought the case before the Supreme Court. Even they were convinced of the Africans’ rights to be free. They eventually found their way beck to their homes aboard the ship Gentleman. Things have not changed much; only the names.

Also housed in the Old State house is Joseph Steward’s collection of curiosities. These date from the 18th century when people would pay a fee to see this unusual array of animals. Included are a two headed calf from a farm in Wisconsin, gargantuan sized insects and mounted mammals and fish and reptiles from around the world. Fish and turtles are suspended from the ceiling. Every inch of wall space is covered.

Hartford is know as the home of many insurance companies, including Hartford, Travelers, etc. Also in Hartford is the Colt Armory, which is undergoing reconstruction. Just from viewing the dome on top of the building, which has been restored, the rest of the building should be very impressive.

By: John Pelley

The traveler insurance company is one of the largest insurance companies by market value. Traveler’s insurance is performing operations in New York, Hartford, Connecticut, St.Paul and Minnesota. Travelers have subsidiary branches with 14000 individual agents and brokers. Traveler insurance provides commercial insurance, property insurance, and causality insurance.

This insurance offers policies through three segments; they are personal insurance which is for home, auto and other insurance products for the individuals. Business insurance includes large amount of property and causality insurance. Financial and international insurance, which includes, credit card underwriting process as well as property and causality insurance done of international basis.

Following are some of the coverage provided by the traveler’s insurance. Contents replacement is the policy which provides full replacement cost for personal belongings.

Additional replacement cost production is a policy which provides extra insurance amount if the actual amount isn’t sufficient.

Personal injury is a policy which provides amount for the causality or accident while performing a travel. Flood coverage is the policy which provides the clean sweep for a flood threat on the home. Identity theft protection is a policy which covers the fraudulent materials produced in your company’s name and if you are sued without any mistake.

Umbrella policy is used to protect the home or car if there is no sufficient money for the damage caused. This policy gives extra amount to cover the loss.

Some of the exceptional features of the Traveler’s insurance are; efficient and fast handling of claims round the clock. Within hours of heavy loss the insurance team will be present at the scenario. The claims are fast, reliable and fair.

By: Anand Srini

Hartford insurance is one of the largest insurance and investment companies of America are a Fortune 100 company. Hartford is a leader in the insurance products like life insurance and group benefits, automobiles and home owner’s products and business property and casualty insurance.

Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, Brazil and Ireland are the places the international business operations are performed by the Hartford insurance. Hartford emerged in the year 1840, and named after the city Hartford.

The Hartford insurance offers the following plan basics for the retired employees. It depends on you how much you want to invest according the plan. Various options are available for this purpose.

It is quite easy and user friendly, Hartford insurance gives us immense convenience. The contributions made by you are easily deduced from the paycheck. Automatic investments help in maintaining a clean record of your policy.

Hartford insurance provides tax benefits as well. The method of pre-tax contributions will help in reducing the current taxable income, by lowering your current annual income taxes. Your contributions are accumulated and they are untaxed until withdrawals are performed.

The flexibility of monitoring the investment from anywhere you want and at any time, with the help of website or phone. The adjustments are also possible after your contributions.

There are several types of investment plans available. Money market or stable value investments are decided to protect you from the loss. These plans reduce the risk factor and just require a small investment.

Bond is the next plan of investment offered by Hartford investment group. It is to obtain a higher return back when compared to money market. Stocks are the next plan. They provide high profit as they are subjected for long term.

By: Anand Srini