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Horsedrawn steam fire-fighting engine in Watertown

Horsedrawn steam fire-fighting engine in Watertown

This steam engine powered firefighting water system. It was drawn by three horses and is pictured here with several firemen on Arsenal Street in Watertown. Circa 1880. Watertown, NY.

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