Drawing of Fire Ladder
4/18/1831
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James Johnson’s invention for a fire ladder was patented on April 18, 1831. He states in his application that the ladder on wheels allows for easy access to a multistory building, especially when rescuing people from their homes. Note the bullhorn carried by the fireman near the door.
This primary source comes from the Records of the Patent and Trademark Office.
Full Citation: Drawing of Fire Ladder; 4/18/1831; Restored Patent Drawings, 1837–1847; Records of the Patent and Trademark Office, Record Group 241; National Archives at College Park, College Park, MD. [Online Version, https://www.docsteach.org/documents/document/drawing-of-fire-ladder, March 28, 2024]