Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include New York Fire Surgeon Harry Archer, Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and - legend has it - President George Washington.

Saturday, January 15, 2022

COMMAND STAFF - 1905

Photo: Springfield Fire Division

This is the Springfield Fire Division's command staff in 1905 with Fire Chief Samuel Hunter at center. The top and bottom roses are the captains of the city's fire stations - No.1 to No. 8. On the right of Hunter is the superintendent of the fire alarm telegraph system. On Hunter's left is the superintendent of machinery.
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