USCG Training Facility at Avery Point Groton, CT

The USCG Training Facility at Avery Point in Groton, Connecticut, was established during World War II as a key site for the training of Coast Guard personnel. Originally built on the grounds of the former estate of Morton Plant, the facility played a significant role in preparing recruits and officers for wartime service, particularly in maritime operations and coastal defense. Following the war, the site continued to serve as an important hub for Coast Guard education and specialized training. In 1967, the facility was closed as a training site, and the property was transferred to the State of Connecticut, eventually becoming part of the University of Connecticut's Avery Point campus.