Military Occupation - Hagerstown, MD
Posted by: 
Don.Morfe
N 39° 38.611 W 077° 43.152
18S E 266670 N 4391726
During the Civil War, the Juniors' firehouse was used by the U.S. Army for various purposes and served as a field hospital to treat the wounded.
Waymark Code: WM1282G
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 03/25/2020
Views: 1
Military Occupation-The Independent Junior Fire Company was formed in 1842. Their firehouse was constructed in 1852 and altered in 1881. During the Civil War, the Juniors' firehouse was used by the U.S. Army for various purposes and served as a field hospital to treat the wounded. The Juniors remained at this location until November 21, 1993 when the Company was moved to its new home on Eastern Boulevard.
Type of site: Battlefield
Address:
105 North Potomac Street
Located on the old Junior Fire House
Hagerstown, MD USA
21740
Admission Charged: No Charge
Website: [Web Link]
Phone Number: Not listed
Driving Directions: Not listed
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