A real photograph postcard of Engine Company No. 21 and firefighters, Los Angeles, 11 March 1908
Entry/Object ID
2016.256.1.1
Description
A real photograph postcard of Engine Company No. 21 and firefighters, Los Angeles, 11 March 1908. Six officers stand outside the fire station with the front engine door open. Located at 1187 East 52nd Street, Los Angeles, this building was built in 1907. The firehouse is a two story brick structure. The men in front are identified in pencil at the bottom as a driver, engineer, hoseman, driver and lieutenant, with a dog accompanying. On the reverse is an inscription in pencil and the postcard was sent to San Diego. Includes a postage stamp. The item is in fair condition with minor yellowing and moderate surface soiling throughout.
