Fire Badge
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2012.80.10
Dimensions: 7 3/16 in X 7 3/16 in X 1 in
Dimensions (Metric): 17.78 cm X 17.78 cm X 2.54 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 17.78 cm X 17.78 cm X 2.54 cm
Source: Linda Pohlmann
Credit Line: Gift of the Pohlmann family in memory of William H. Pohlmann
Description
Ardsley Volunteer Fire Department badge belonging to William Howard Pohlmann. The badge is a red Maltese cross with "F.D." in the center, a hook and ladder in the left crossbar, and a fire hydrant in the right crossbar. "Member" is stated at the top and "Ardsley | N.Y." is stated at the bottom.
Ardsley Volunteer Fire Department badge belonging to William Howard Pohlmann. The badge is a red Maltese cross with "F.D." in the center, a hook and ladder in the left crossbar, and a fire hydrant in the right crossbar. "Member" is stated at the top and "Ardsley | N.Y." is stated at the bottom.
Historical Notes
Bronx-born William Pohlmann lived in Ardsley, New York, with his wife, Linda. They had three sons. John was an assistant deputy commissioner at the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance. He was also a volunteer firefighter and a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. On September 11, William was at work on the South Tower’s 87th floor and tried to rescue those who were trapped. He was 56 years old.
Bronx-born William Pohlmann lived in Ardsley, New York, with his wife, Linda. They had three sons. John was an assistant deputy commissioner at the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance. He was also a volunteer firefighter and a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve. On September 11, William was at work on the South Tower’s 87th floor and tried to rescue those who were trapped. He was 56 years old.
