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The history of Huntsville Fire & Rescue is
almost as old as the city itself. Fortunately, Huntsville had
few fires in its early history, for it was not until December 10,
1819 that the Huntsville Fire Engine Company was incorporated.
They remained a fire bucket brigade for some time since a fire
engine was not acquired until some time later. The Huntsville
Fire Engine Company was officially chartered by the legislature in
December of 1822.
One of the first pieces of equipment
purchased was the old hand pump type and was drawn by the men that
manned it. The tocsin for the sounding of the alarm was placed
atop the old Market Building and when it sounded, the men dropped
their duties and rushed to the old house where the engine was
stored. From there, they carried on the fight against the
demon that was seeking to destroy a local home or business. |
