<p>In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1798, the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature. In 1857, Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department. And in 1964 a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shuttle. </p>

In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1798, the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature. In 1857, Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department. And in 1964 a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shuttle.

<p>In this episode of Throwback FDNY… In 1798, the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature. In 1857, Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department. And in 1964 a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shuttle.&nbsp;</p>

Throwback FDNY to 1798 as the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature,1857 when Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department, 1964 when a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shu

The New York City Fire Museum's Throwback FDNY podcast is here to help present the extraordinary history and unique heritage of the fire department in the five boroughs. Each episode, we’ll turn a spotlight on three specific years and share a story from each that we hope brings the Fire Department’s past to life, a must for FDNY history buffs of all ages! This initiative is brought to you with help from the FDNY and the FDNY Foundation.

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Throwback FDNY to 1798 as the Fire Department of the City of New York is formed by an act of the State legislature,1857 when Harry Howard is named Chief Engineer of the fire department, 1964 when a fire strikes in the subway tunnel of the Times Square shu

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