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Trumpet, Fire
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Trumpet, Fire

Object number94.51.2
Date1876
(not assigned)Pittsburgh, PA
MediumSilver alloy
Credit LineTransfer from Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Gift of William J. Carson.
DescriptionSilver fire department trumpet.Dimensions24.25 in. (61.6 cm)
Historical NotesThis fire trumpet used by the Vigilant Steam Fire Engine and Hose Company of Pittsburgh. Purchased by the donor, William J. Carson, at an auction held at a fair in the old city hall by the Catholic Orphan Asylum. Donated to Carnegie Museum of Natural History by William J.Carson, 1902. Transferred to Heinz History Cetner in 1994.Label TextItems worn and used by volunteer firemen in political parades late 19th century.
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