Stephen Longfellow fire bucket, Portland, 1803

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Stephen Longfellow fire bucket, Portland, 1803

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Description

Lawyer Stephen Longfellow (1776-1849) of Portland used this fire bucket -- a required piece of equipment for residents of the city, who were expected to help fight fires.

The leather bucket has his name and the date painted on it.

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About This Item

  • Title: Stephen Longfellow fire bucket, Portland, 1803
  • Creation Date: 1803
  • Subject Date: 1803
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Leather, wood, rope, iron
  • Dimensions: 34 cm x 23 cm
  • Local Code: A85-759-1
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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Maine Historical Society
485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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