CONNELLY, Andrew J.
Fireman Andrew J. Connelly was the oldest member of the fire department and was performing his duties as messenger for Deputy Chief No. 1 L. F. Burkhardt, when he suddenly dropped dead from a heart attack in the quarters of Engine Co. 23. Fireman Andrew J. Connelly was appointed to the department in 1881 as a member of No. 4 Engine Company. He was later transferred to No. 4 Truck Company where he drove the 3 big horses of No. 4 until the company was motorized in 1912. Fireman Andrew J. Connelly was 74 years old and had served 43 faithful years.
Listing Details
House
Baltimore City Fire Department
Age
74
Years of Service
43
County
BALTIMORE CITY
