Baltimore City Fire Department

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Ted, I know that Hose 3 became the "new" Engine 1 in 1973, but didn't Rescue 1 begin to be called "Rescue 1" around 1970?

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Mike you are correct. Engine 1 became Rescue 1 on 30 June 71. Also on that date the hose companies (1, 2, 3 and 5) were disbanded. Same date, Engine 1 was reorganized using Hose 3s pumper and Engine 59 organized, both units being placed in active service. An item I don't remember but stated in Bill Murrays book is that the new Engine 1 was placed in service at the Paca St quarters along with Rescue 1, relocating to Truck 11 on 27 June 1973, just before the opening of Steadman in September 1973.