Throwback FDNY to the 1860’s!

Throwback FDNY
25/07/2024 16 min Episodio 50
Throwback FDNY to the 1860’s!

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In this episode of Throwback FDNY...we’re revisiting stories from the 1860’s including, in 1865, when Elisha Kingsland becomes the first Chief Engineer of the new Department. Also in 1865, the Maltese cross is introduced as the symbol of the FDNY. And finally, in 1867, a military structure is introduced to the Department by General Alexander Shaler.

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