VIDEO: History was made in New London when New London Fire Headquarters was staffed by an all-black crew.
The fire headquarters is about 80 years old.
After 80 years, it was manned by an all-black crew for the first time earlier this month.
New London firefighters are proud of their work.
“We’re a busy fire department, I’m proud of all the members I work with, I love this job and am proud to be a part of it,” said Al Mayo, New London Fire Department Lieutenant.
September 12 was a fairly slow shift. Crews responded to a crash on the Gold Star Bridge.
“On Engine 1, it was all three of us,” Lt. Mayo said.
All three including cousins Al and Ralph Mayo and their co-worker Markeno Grant. Grant is the one who made it happen.
“I saw the roster and saw the lineup. Lt. Mayo as Lt. and Ralph as the rider. It would be the perfect time,” Grant said.