Historical Marker

Engine Company No. 11

1016 South St. at Alder, Philadelphia · Philadelphia · Philadelphia

Inscription

One of 22 fire companies established under the Philadelphia Fire Department in 1871. In 1919, it became a segregated African American unit whose members distinguished themselves through professional service. Desegregated in 1952.

Location

Address1016 South St. at Alder, Philadelphia

CityPhiladelphia

CountyPhiladelphia

StatePennsylvania

Coordinates39.942820, -75.159270

Sources

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

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