Firefighter's Head Gear, 1880-1915
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Firefighters wore protective helmets when responding to fires. But many departments also issued dress uniform hats for firefighters to wear for parades, ceremonies, and other civic occasions. This hat was made by Joseph Cogan, who manufactured firefighting and military equipment in Boston, Massachusetts.
Firefighters wore protective helmets when responding to fires. But many departments also issued dress uniform hats for firefighters to wear for parades, ceremonies, and other civic occasions. This hat was made by Joseph Cogan, who manufactured firefighting and military equipment in Boston, Massachusetts.
Artifact
Cap (Headgear)
Date Made
1880-1915
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
29.550.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Mrs. Harold Baker.
Material
Wool (Textile)
Leather
Cambric
Cotton (Textile)
Technique
Machine sewing (Technique)
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Width: 6.75 in
Length: 9 in
Inscriptions
inside crown: 6 7/8 Joseph Cogan. 65 Sudbury St. Boston button: F.D. insignia, front: 8
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