Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Sketches Of The Formation And Founders Of The Philadelphia Hose Company is a book written by Gilbert Adams and published in 1854. The book provides a detailed account of the formation and early years of the Philadelphia Hose Company, one of the first fire companies established in the city of Philadelphia. Adams traces the origins of the company to the early 19th century, when fire protection in the city was still in its infancy. He describes how a group of citizens came together to form the company and how they worked to establish a system for responding to fires and protecting the city's residents and property. The book also provides biographical sketches of some of the key figures involved in the formation of the company, including its founders and early members. Adams paints a vivid picture of the challenges these individuals faced as they worked to establish the company and make it an integral part of the city's fire protection system. Throughout the book, Adams provides a wealth of historical detail and context, giving readers a sense of what life was like in Philadelphia during this period. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of fire protection in America. Overall, Historical Sketches Of The Formation And Founders Of The Philadelphia Hose Company is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on an important chapter in the history of Philadelphia and the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
