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Fireman's shirt

1850-1900
Place madeUnited States, North America
Wool
Overall: 3 x 17 x 32 in. ( 7.6 x 43.2 x 81.3 cm )
Gift of Mrs. Sarah Jane Johnson
1950.16a
This fireman's shirt was worn by William Oliver Smith.
DescriptionRed wool long-sleeved fireman's uniform shirt with double collar, double-breasted bib at the chest with 4 buttons along each side, one button at the throat by the collar; open sleeves with false cuffs, one button at the cuff; yoke across the back at the shoulders; all buttons covered with red wool.