NYFD (PRE-FDNY) Line of Duty Deaths
February 3, 1863 - LODD
Manhattan, New York
Volunteer Captain John Slowey - Engine 19
Volunteer Fireman George Badger - Engine 6
While operating at a major fire in a cracker bakery, Captain Slowey and Fireman Badger were crushed to death when they were caught under a collapsing wall. A third firefighter was seriously injured in the collapse.
The 3rd floor of the Goodwin Bakery caught fire around 8pm. Within a very short time, the 3rd floor had spread throughout the 5 story bldg. The building & it’s contents were a total loss valued at $60k. Around 11pm, the building collapsed & buried several firemen. FF Slowey of Lafayette Engine 19 & FF Badger of Americus Engine 6 died of their injuries.
RIP. Never forget.