In this episode of Throwback FDNY… The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of providing fire protection at New York’s first commercial airport in 1939, and the “four-day Commissioner” Elmer Mustard is appointed in 1940.

Throwback FDNY to The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of providing fire protection at New York’s first commercial airport and the “four-day Commissioner” Elmer Mustard is appoint

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 The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of providing fire protection at New York’s first commercial airport and the “four-day Commissioner” Elmer Mustard is appoint

Throwback FDNY to The Equitable Building fire in 1912 prompts a major innovation in the FDNY, the FDNY takes on the responsibility of providing fire protection at New York’s first commercial airport and the “four-day Commissioner” Elmer Mustard is appoint

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