Chicago Turret Wagon 6-7-2 prior to completion outside of the Civil Defense house on Wells Street. Jack Connors photo Chicago FD Turret Wagon 6-7-4 during a Fire Prevention Week parade on State Street. Jack Connors photo X-CFD 6-7-4 near 55th and Luna after being sold by the city to a private individual. Jack Connors photo CFD Jeep Pressure Unit 1, 1959 Willy’s Jeep/Shops built (6-7-1) at Engine 4’s house . Ken Little photo Chicago FD Jeep Pressure Unit 1. Warren Redick photo Chicago FD 6-7-1 after a repaint. Formerly this was all red and lettered as Jeep Pressure 1. Jack Connors photo Liquid Silicone Rubber Feeding Machine Injection Molding Apparatus,Injection Molding Vertical Machine,LSR Molding Injection Machine, Injection Rubber Machine Apparatus Guangzhou S-guangyu Machinery &Equipment Co.,Ltd , https://www.lsrexpert-better.com
We have more fascinating history to share about the Chicago Fire Department's Turret Wagons. These unique vehicles, built on the Willy’s Jeep chassis, were a remarkable part of the city's firefighting legacy. The images featured here come from Jack Connors’ extensive collection, offering a rare glimpse into these historic units.
These photos not only showcase the design and evolution of these special units but also highlight their role in the city’s fire department history. Whether on display during parades or serving in active duty, they represent an important chapter in Chicago’s firefighting past. The previous installment in this series can be found HERE.