Eagle Hose No. 2

Many of the early volunteer fire companies /fire houses/hose battalions/brigades, and later, the municipal fire departments would issue their own fire plaques/ marks. The most recognizable and most frequently used ones were those based on the Maltese Cross Design. However, some based theirs on insurance company fire marks.

The Eagle Hose Company Number 2 was organized on December 18, 1911 at the home of Mr. William East, by 20 young men. There was only one company in the Borough of West Berwick, Pennsylvania at the time. These young men saw the need for a second company and accordingly created the Eagle Hose Co. No. 2

This mark is of heavy (over 5.0 lbs.) iron construction, measuring approximately 8.75" X 11.25" and is an early John Wright casting. It is a black mark with the image of an eagle, based on the Insurance Company of North America (INA) fire mark. It is in good condition with minimal paint loss and a vintage/antique look and feel of its appearance.

This is a really nice item and would make an excellent addition for any collector of fire marks, firefighting or insurance memorabilia, or a great gift for a fireman,