The FDNY is home to some of the most historic firehouses in the country, standing strong through the years and reflecting the resilience, tradition, and dedication of countless generations of firefighters in the City of New York. Squad Company 41 was founded as an Engine Company on January 1, 1874. Throughout its rich history, Squad 41 has reached many milestones, including being disbanded in 1989. On April 4, 1904, they moved to their current firehouse at 330 East 150th Street, where they conti

Shortly after midnight on February 27, 1975, the FDNY was called to the New York Telephone Building in Manhattan after a company employee noticed smoke on the first floor. 50 years later, this fire is still remembered for its toxic impact on FDNY members and the neighborhood. “This was the beginning of one of the most difficult fires that has ever confronted the New York City Fire Department. Before this fire would be declared under control, more than 16 hours later, over 700 firefighters from 7

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