An antique American canteen hand painted in oil, depicting a portrait of George Washington with two red ribbons inscribed Washington Hose Co. The reverse shows two crossed ladders and an axe. Dates to the 19th century. In 1837, the Washington Hose Fire Company was organized by the citizens of Fire Ward No. 2. In 1817, Fire Ward No. 2 was initially assigned to the Union Fire Company. The engine house was located on East All Saints Street. The Washington Hose Company ultimately disbanded and in 1845 a new fire company initially called the Mechanics Hose Company took over the firehouse and equipment. This company changed their name to the United (Hose) Fire Company. Collectible Americana, Historical Items, Fine Art Collectibles, Fireman.

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