Machigonne director fire helmet, Portland, 1870

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This helmet probably belonged to Edward W. Porter, the engineer of the Machigonne 1 Engine Company in Portland.

Porter was the first paid, full-time fireman of the Portland Fire Department and was an experienced machinist.

The Machigonne 1 was Portland’s first steam-powered fire engine. It was built in 1859 by Amoskeag of Manchester, New Hampshire.

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About This Item

  • Title: Machigonne director fire helmet, Portland, 1870
  • Creator: Amoskeag, Manchester, NH
  • Creation Date: circa 1870
  • Subject Date: circa 1870
  • Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Leather, paint
  • Dimensions: 25.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 24.5 cm
  • Local Code: A86-403
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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