John J. Harvey

The John J. Harvey is a historic fireboat that represents a major turning point in maritime firefighting technology. When she launched in 1931, she became the first fireboat in the world powered by internal combustion engines. This design allowed her to pump water and maneuver through the harbor simultaneously, a capability that made her the largest and fastest firefighting machine of her era. She earned her name from a pilot who lost his life the previous year while fighting a massive shipboard fire, establishing a legacy of service that would span over six decades.