Helmet, Firefighter's
Object number2004.123.4
MediumPlastic; Resin; Metal; Textile; Nylon; Cotton
Credit LineGift of Lamonte E. Wilson.
DescriptionWhite plastic fire fighter's helmet with tinted face shield.Dimensions9 x 11.5 x 19 in. (22.9 x 29.2 x 48.3 cm)Historical NotesThis helmoet belonged to Lamonte E. Wilson, the first African American fire chief of the Allegheny County Airport Authority.Label TextThis helmet belonged to Allegheny County Airport Authority Fire Chief Lamonte E. Wilson. In 1996, Wilson became the first African American fire chief in Allegheny County. He joined the Pittsburgh Fire Department in 1975, eventually becoming a Captain and Communications Officer. A native of Pittsburgh and graduate of Westinghouse High School, Point Park College and Community College of Allegheny County, Wilson is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran and a member of various professional fire protection organizations.
Related person
Lamonte E. Wilson
Related institution
Allegheny County Airport Authority
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Mine Safety Appliances Company
c. 1889
