The Central Station of the New Haven Fire Department is a stone's throw from my house. I've walked by many times and have seen this old fire truck alongside of shiny, big, white and modern fire trucks. It was a nice day. The doors were open. I walked in and asked if I could have a look and take a photo. This is a truck from the mid 1800's. One of the firemen came over and explained all about it. Quite a bit different than what we're used to seeing today.From the NH Fire Department website... "Now home to Engine 4, Truck 1 and Car 32. The original home to Hook & Ladder 1 was on Artizan Street. This was known as the Mutual Hook & Ladder 1. The original Engine 4 was located on Wallace and Saint John Streets. This was The James Brewster Steam Fire Engine Number 4."
I really appreciate such stuff !! But i dnt think this is used now a days !!
ReplyDeleteThis particular truck is not used anymore. It's been replaced by the big hook and ladder truck with hydraulic hoses.
ReplyDeleteI like your banner photo and your photos of inside the Trinity church yesterday. i like the texture of those photos. This truck is very interesting. I am glad you are enjoying the Biosphere photos. they are different.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous banner picture and a very interesting image of this vintage fire truck. They had to be very brave to ride this against a serious fire.
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