Chicago FD Turret Wagon history (pt2)

These images are courtesy of Chief Gordon J. Nord, Jr.

Turret Wagon 6-7-1

Below are several photographs of the Chicago Fire Departmentâ€™s Turret Wagon 6-7-1, captured by Chief Gordon J. Nord, Jr. These images offer a glimpse into the history and appearance of this iconic piece of firefighting equipment.

Chicago Turret Wagon 6-7-1. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

CFD Turret Wagon 6-5-7 later became 6-7-1. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Chicago Turret Wagon 6-7-1. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

This picture of 671 was at 1441 S. Wabash and it was baked black as a result of the smoke conditions. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Turret Wagon 6-7-3

Chicago Fire Department Turret Wagon 6-7-6. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Chicago Fire Department Turret Wagon 6-7-3. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Turret Wagon 6-7-4

This picture of 674 was at a 5-11 on Grand and Austin. This unit was destroyed one night later at a 5-11 and 5 specials at 37th and Iron Street when a wall fell on it. This was never replaced as far as I know. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Turret Wagon 6-7-5

Chicago Fire Department Turret Wagon 6-7-5. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

Turret Wagon 6-7-6

Chicago Fire Department Turret Wagon 6-7-6. Gordon J. Nord, Jr. photo

If you recognize any of the fire scenes or locations in these photos, please let me know. Iâ€™d love to learn more about the history behind them.

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