Uniform, Fire
Object number1911 a,b
Date1844
MediumWool, cotton, brass
Credit LineGift of Niagra Fire Company
DescriptionFireman's uniform consisting of a red wool shirt and coat.
Red wool shirt with mock turtleneck, pleated front, pullover, long sleeves, and one pocket. Pocket and sleeves have white piping. Small white three button holes three-quarters of the way down front. Buttons, pleats, and button holes have a white cotton facing. The bottom of shirt has no hem. Numbers embroidered on the bottom. Entirely hand sewn.
Red long-sleeved coat gathered at waist and flared. It is pleated in back from the waist and there is a split in the middle.Dimensions38 in. (96.5 cm)Inscriptions(a)
Bottom of shirt: "324" embroidered.
Inside, right side of shirt: "James T. Shannon / 2nd Engine".
Historical NotesDonated in 1948 by the Niagara Fire Company.
Previous owner
James T. Shannon
Related institution
Niagara Fire Company
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