New England’s Fire Service Heritage: Ephraim Thayer

During the early days of this nation, an apprentice of Paul Revere, one Ephraim Thayer, became a well-know builder of fire engines, Over the course of his career (1794-1811), Mr. Taylor built thirty hand pumpers.

The first engine that Mr. Taylor built, which was used from 1793 to 1808, is currently on display at the Boston Fire Museum.

For more information about Ephraim Thayer, please visit:

Paul Revere Heritage Project: Paul Revere - Boston's Fire Warden

Boston Fire Museum: Exhibits

Wikepedia: Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association

Handtub Junction: Deaf Joe

Handtub Junction: Hand Engine Makers (American)

The Captain Speaks: Building Constitution ("Old Ironsides")

U.S.S. Constitution Museum: Receipts