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Chariots of Firemen: 1943

Submitted by Dave on Sat, 01/27/2024 - 1:49pm.
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January 1943. Washington, D.C. "D.C.F.D. Engine Company No. 4 firehouse. Fire trucks." 4x5 inch acetate negative by Gordon Parks for the Office of War Information. View full size.

January 1943. Washington, D.C. "D.C.F.D. Engine Company No. 4 firehouse. Fire trucks." 4x5 inch acetate negative by Gordon Parks for the Office of War Information. View full size.

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That barrel

Submitted by flyingk15 on Thu, 02/01/2024 - 1:45pm.

I suspect that is simply sheet metal designed to cover the frame and bumper lowering weldment. Many cars of the 1920s-30s share this form of sheet metal cowl. The handle you see is for the 275 lb musclebound super fireman who can hand-crank that beast in case of starter failure.

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Somebody Must Know ...

Submitted by Rochester on Sat, 01/27/2024 - 10:33pm.

What that barrel-shaped device is behind the bumper. Perhaps a winch, generator for the siren, part of the front suspension friction dampers?

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Engine House 7/4

Submitted by History Jack on Sat, 01/27/2024 - 6:19pm.

Checked google maps and found the firehouse is still there.

[Sleep like a fireman for $757 a night! - Dave]

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