Cudmore: The history of the Amsterdam Fire Department | The Daily Gazette
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After a one year hiatus, the Amsterdam Icons calendar is back and the 2021 edition focuses on the history of the local Fire Department.
“Fire has always been an ever-present threat and danger,” wrote Jerry Snyder in announcing availability of the calendar on the website of Historic Amsterdam League, an organization Snyder co-founded.
Amsterdam’s first fire station was built in 1839 on Chuctanunda Street to house Mohawk Engine Company Number 1.
In 1870 the crew of volunteers and equipment there became the J.D. Serviss Steamer and Hose Company Number 1.
Serviss was a popular political leader and insurance man who became known as the “father” of the local fire department.