Alexandria - VA Building With Fire Mark
by Susan Savad
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Alexandria - VA Building With Fire Mark
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Susan Savad
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In the 18th and 19th century, metal plaques called fire insurance marks with the emblem of an insurance company were attached to the front of an insured building as a guide to the insurance company's fire brigade. This was before there were a municipal fire services. This particular fire mark was for the Fireman's Insurance Company.
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March 14th, 2024
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