Etowah in McMinn County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
The City of Etowah Fire Department
History & Honor
Photographed by Tom Bosse, May 9, 2026
1. The City of Etowah Fire Department Marker
When the City of Etowah was established in 1906, there was no official "Etowah Fire Department." That is until 1913, when the first paid Fire Department was established under the leadership of Mr. J.A. Leath. By the early 1920s the first Etowah Fire Station was built on the ground where you stand today.
During this same period of time the purchase of the first new fire truck was made. Later, in 1940, the City of Etowah would purchase and receive by rail the 1939 American LaFrance/Chevrolet Pumper truck that is on display.
The City of Etowah Fire Department has been honored by the service and dedication of many fine men and women. Today, this park stands to honor all of those who have served us in the past, who serve us today and who will serve us tomorrow.
We dedicate this park to you and to the City of Etowah. You have brought great pride and honor to Etowah.
Erected 2018.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1906.
Location. 35° 19.435′ N, 84° 31.573′ W. Marker is in Etowah,
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Regionally, this marker is in East Tennessee. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, in Appalachia, and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Etowah Carnegie Library (within shouting distance of this marker); Revolutionary Soldiers (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lights (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Balcony (about 400 feet away); Gem (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named Gem (about 400 feet away); Etowah World War II Memorial
Photographed by Tom Bosse, May 9, 2026
2. The City of Etowah Fire Department Marker
Photographed by Tom Bosse, May 9, 2026
3. The City of Etowah Fire Department Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 10, 2026, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 10, 2026, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
