what does the charter oak symbolize
Deep-rooted in the historic tradition of Connecticut, the Charter Oak is one of the most colorful and significant symbols of the spiritual strength and love of freedom which inspired our Colonial forebears in their militant resistance to tyranny.aptain Joseph Wadsworth is credited with having removed and secreted the Charter in the majestic oak on the Wyllys estate. Reproduced from the Connecticut State Register & Manual with permission of the Secretary of the State.