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Throwback FDNY
The New York City Fire Museum's Throwback FDNY podcast is here to help present the extraordinary history and unique heritage of the fire department in the five boroughs. Each episode, we’ll turn a spotlight on three specific years and share a story from each that we hope brings the Fire Department’s past to life, a must for FDNY history buffs of all ages! This initiative is brought to you with help from the FDNY and the FDNY Foundation.
Episodes
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Throwback FDNY to 1913, when radio communications were first attempted by the FDNY, to 1956, when a devastating fire and explosion rocked the Luckenbach steamship pier in Brooklyn, and to 1964, when the first Tower Ladder apparatus went into service in New York City.
Throwback FDNY to 1913, when radio communications were first attempted by the FDNY, to 1956, when a devastating fire and explosion rocked the Luckenbach…
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Throwback FDNY to 1897, when a monument is unveiled at Gettysburg Battlefield honoring veterans of the New York Fire Zouaves, to 1952, when a member of the FDNY suggests that a Helicopter Company be formed in the Department, and to 1963, when a firehouse gets caught in the middle of a long-standing feud.
Throwback FDNY to 1897, when a monument is unveiled at Gettysburg Battlefield honoring veterans of the New York Fire Zouaves, to 1952, when a member of the…
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Throwback FDNY to 1898, when John Jay Scannell becomes the Commissioner of the Fire Department of the Greater City of New York, to 1922, when fire sweeps through the shore-side Arverne neighborhood in Queens, and to 1937, when the Memorial Wall in Headquarters is unveiled.
Throwback FDNY to 1898, when John Jay Scannell becomes the Commissioner of the Fire Department of the Greater City of New York, to 1922, when fire sweeps…
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Throwback FDNY to the 1940’s!
In this episode of Throwback FDNY...we’re revisiting stories from the 1940’s including, In 1940, the FDNY’s landmark training publication, WNYF, debuts. In…
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Throwback FDNY to the 1860’s!
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…
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Throwback FDNY to 1861 when members of the FDNY fight a blaze in our nation’s capital, to 1942, when Joji Furuya becomes the first Asian-American firefighter in the Department, and to 1958, when Department Order Number 219 advises FDNY firefighters the implementation of mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
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Throwback FDNY to 1856 when the tallest building in the country is destroyed by fire, to 1920, when the FDNY Honor Emergency Fund was founded, and to 1939, when a new apparatus was introduced at Laguardia Airport.
Throwback FDNY to 1856 when the tallest building in the country is destroyed by fire, to 1920, when the FDNY Honor Emergency Fund was founded, and to 1939…
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Throwback FDNY to 1882 when Miss Ida Small is saved in a dramatic rescue, to the 1958 launch of the first fireboat named for a woman, and to 1980, when Christine Godek becomes the first female Deputy Commissioner of the FDNY.
Throwback FDNY to 1882 when Miss Ida Small is saved in a dramatic rescue, to the 1958 launch of the first fireboat named for a woman, and to 1980, when…
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Throwback FDNY to the 1863 New York Draft Riots, beginning in 1898, African-Americans blaze new trails in the Department, and, Augustus Beekman becomes the first Black firefighter to attain the rank of Assistant Chief
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1863, the Colored Orphan’s Asylum is burned during the Civil War Riots in New York. Beginning in 1898, African-Americans…
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Throwback FDNY to 1898, the Greater City of New York is consolidated. In 1907, the FDNY Marine Division is formed. And in 1938, Doctor Ernest Stillman is sworn in as an honorary Medical Officer.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… in 1898, the Greater City of New York is consolidated. In 1907, the FDNY Marine Division is formed. And in 1938, Doctor…
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Throwback FDNY to 1870, the FDNY unveils its Museum, in 1910, Rhinelander Waldo becomes Fire Commissioner, and in 1911, a devastating fire destroys Dreamland Park in Coney Island.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY…in 1870, the FDNY unveils its Museum. In 1910, Rhinelander Waldo becomes Fire Commissioner. And in 1911, a devastating fire…
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Throwback FDNY to 1868 when a fire engine explodes at a fire on the Bowery, 1883, as the School of Instruction is opened, and in 1991, William Feehan becomes, “The Chief.”
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… in1868 a fire engine explodes at a fire on the Bowery. In 1883, the School of Instruction is opened. And in 1991, William…
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Throwback FDNY to 1924 when the FDNY is presented with its official flag; In 1927, a spectacular fire at the Sherry Netherland Hotel lights up the night sky; And in 1942, Sidney Klein becomes a New York City firefighter.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY…in 1924, the FDNY is presented with its official flag. In 1927, a spectacular fire at the Sherry Netherland Hotel lights up…
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Throwback FDNY to 1922 when the Department gets its first official photographer; 1939 when the Fire Bell Club of NY is organized; and 1975 when a bomb explodes next to a historic site.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1922, the Department gets its first official photographer. In 1939, the Fire Bell Club of New York is organized. And in…
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Throwback FDNY to the 19-Teens!
In this episode of Throwback FDNY...we’re revisiting stories from the 19-teen’s including, in 1911 when John Kenlon was appointed Chief of Department, in 1914…
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Throwback FDNY to the 1970’s!
In this episode of Throwback FDNY...we’re revisiting stories from the 1970’s including, in 1972 when the Model Cities Program, in 1975 when the FDNY begins its…
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Throwback FDNY to the 2023 NYC Fire Museum Golf Outing at the Muttontown Club on Long Island
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 2023, some of the New York City Fire Museum's biggest supporters gathered at the 3rd annual golf outing and fundraiser at…
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Throwback to the introduction of the pulmotor resuscitators in 1914, and the history of resuscitation equipment and techniques.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY, host Gary Urbanowicz welcomes back to the show retired FDNY Division Chief and EMS historian James Martin as his co-host to…
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Throwback FDNY to 1798 as the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature,1857 when Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department, 1964 when a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shuttle.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1798, the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature. In 1857, Harry Howard is…
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Throwback FDNY to 1899 when a deadly fire at the Windsor Hotel disrupts the St. Patrick’s Day parade; 1902 as the first female ambulance surgeon takes the reins; and 2003 when for the first time, a woman is promoted to the rank of Battalion Chief in the FDNY.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY... In 1899, a deadly fire at the Windsor Hotel disrupts the St. Patrick’s Day parade; In 1902, the first female ambulance…
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Throwback FDNY to 1741 when a series of fires raised panic in the small colony of New York. In 1863, the Colored Orphan’s Asylum was burned during the Civil War Riots in New York. And an 1885 book tells us about some Black members of the FDNY.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY…in 1741 a series of fires raise panic in the small colony of New York. In 1863, the Colored Orphan’s Asylum is burned during…
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Throwback FDNY to 1865 when the Maltese cross is introduced as a symbol of the fire department, 1948 as Peter Loftus is appointed Chief of Department, and 1967 when a gas leak causes a 13-alarm fire in Queens
In this episode of Throwback FDNY...in 1865, the Maltese cross is introduced as a symbol of the fire department. In 1948, Peter Loftus is appointed Chief of…
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Throwback FDNY to a fire in 1835 that destroys nearly 700 buildings in New York City, 1873 when the FDNY organizes what might be their most unusual unit, and 1938 as Clarence Eldridge Meek is sworn in as an Honorary Captain and Librarian of the FDNY
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… a fire in 1835 destroys nearly 700 buildings in New York City. In 1873, the FDNY organizes what might be their most unusual…
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Throwback FDNY to 1861 when the first Medal of Honor is awarded and it has an FDNY connection, 1867 as Doctor Charles McMillan is appointed to be the first official Department Medial Officer, and 1942 when the FDNY Military Services Division is established.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… an incident in 1861 leads to the first Medal of Honor being awarded; and it has an FDNY connection. In 1867, Doctor Charles…
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Throwback FDNY to 1913 with the unveiling of the Firemen’s Monument, 1879 when a new apparatus is introduced into the FDNY to combat fires in the city’s skyward-reaching buildings, and in 1954, a notable fire prevention advocate is named Commissioner of the FDNY.
In this episode of Throwback FDNY, we being in 1913 when the Firemen’s Monument is unveiled; then in 1879, a new apparatus is introduced into the FDNY to…
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Throwback FDNY to 1945 when a military bomber hits the Empire State Building, 1970 a terrorist group launches a campaign of arson in New York City, and 1992, Mychal Judge is appointed as an FDNY Chaplain
In this episode of Throwback FDNY, we begin in 1945, as a military bomber hits the Empire State Building; then in 1970 a terrorist group launches a campaign of…
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Throwback FDNY to 1913 when the New York Fire Department Band is formed, 1940 with the appointment of Patrick Walsh as Chief of Department, and 1978 when a fire in a Brooklyn supermarket claims the lives of six of New York’s Bravest
In this episode of Throwback FDNY…in 1913, the New York Fire Department Band is formed. In 1940, Patrick Walsh is appointed Chief of Department. And in 1978, a…
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Throwback FDNY to 1867, the New York Fire Patrol is named. In 1938, former Manhattan-based volunteer firefighter Alexander Cartwright, Jr. is inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. And in 1958, a fire on Wooster Street in Manhattan, claims the lives of two firefighters and four fire patrolmen
Throwback FDNY to 1867, the New York Fire Patrol is named. In 1938, former Manhattan-based volunteer firefighter Alexander Cartwright, Jr. is inducted into the…
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Throwback FDNY to 1868 when Minthorne Tompkins is the first member of the FDNY to receive a medal for valor; in 1889 Hugh Bonner is made Chief of Department and a medal is named in his honor; and a fire in 1975 causes over 260 firefighters to call in sick the next day!
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… in 1868, Minthorne Tompkins is the first member of the FDNY to receive a medal for valor; then 1889 Hugh Bonner is made…
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Throwback FDNY to the Department's venture into the domain of pre-hospital emergency medical care in 1914; then in 1966, “Breadbox” ambulances are introduced in New York City; and in 1974, the city graduates its first class of paramedics
In this episode of Throwback FDNY, we begin with the Department's venture into the domain of pre-hospital emergency medical care in 1914; then in 1966…
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Throwback FDNY to the Brooklyn Fire Department aquiring its first fire engine in 1785, a devastating fire ravages Brooklyn in 1848, and the appointment of Thomas Nevins as Chief of the Brooklyn Fire Department in 1870
In this episode of Throwback FDNY... we venture back to the days of the Brooklyn Fire Department, starting in 1785 with Brooklyn getting its first fire engine…
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Throwback FDNY to the Department appoints its first chaplains in 1899; in 1932, Georgiana McMennamin, the last FDNY Matron is hired, and 1982, Harriett Duren, one of the first female firefighters is appointed
Throwback FDNY to the Department appoints its first chaplains in 1899; in 1932, Georgiana McMennamin, the last FDNY Matron is hired, and 1982, Harriett Duren…
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Throwback FDNY to Wesley Williams, the first Black officer in FDNY history, the "Model Cities" program is instituted to help combat economic disparities in New York City's most fire-ravaged communities and a lasting tribute to Captain Richard A. Vernon
Throwback FDNY to Wesley Williams, the first Black officer in FDNY history, the "Model Cities" program is instituted to help combat economic disparities in New…
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Throwback FDNY to The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of providing fire protection at New York’s first commercial airport and the “four-day Commissioner” Elmer Mustard is appointed in 1940
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of…
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Throwback FDNY to Chief Joseph Martin Earning his famous nickname in 1899, a happy story emerges from a Manhattan fatal fire in 1946 and an aircraft carrier burns at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in 1960
In this episode of Throwback FDNY...Chief Joseph Martin earns his famous nickname at a fire in 1899. One happy story emerges from a Manhattan fatal fire in…
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Throwback FDNY to New York City firefighters marching off with General George Washington in 1776, the first NY Fire Zouaves arrive in 1861, and the FDNY Military Memorial is unveiled in 1945
In this episode of Throwback FDNY… New York City firefighters march off with General George Washington in 1776. The First New York Fire Zouaves are organized…