Black and white photo of two firemen who are seated on a small wagon that is being drawn by three horses

Description:
Black and white photo of two firemen who are seated on a small wagon that is being drawn by three horses. Several brick and wood frame residential houses are visible in the background. Handwriting on the verso shows "D.F.D. approx. 1902. Eng. 9 exercise wagon shown with the steamer horses. If a fire company had no runs within a 24 hour period, the horses were exercised in local streets near the station houses. In the event of a fire, they would be notified to return to the station by ringing the tower bell."
Date Issued:
1902-01-01T00:00:00Z
Data Provider:
Detroit Historical Society
Subject Topic:
Firemen, Firefighters, Detroit Fire Department, Engine Company No. 9, and Horses
Rights:
No Copyright - United States
URL:
http://detroithistorical.pastperfectonline.com/photo/1FFB14BA-1B11-4B2D-B65C-314287455501