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First Self-Propelled Steam Pumper Built
- When
- 1841
- Where
- New York
The first self-propelled steam pumper fire engine was built in New York in 1841, marking a transition from horse-drawn to steam-powered apparatus.
This engine was constructed in New York in 1841. However, its use was discontinued because some firefighters sabotaged the device. The need for power equipment eventually ensured the success of steam pumpers in many cities.
Sources
- Fire engine Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-12
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