1952- The Austerlitz Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. was incorporated in order to provide fire protection for the hamlet of Austerlitz. The Company generally was permitted to "do all things necessary, advisable and proper by its members for the protection of persons and property from fire, injury and damage, and in the matter of the fighting of fires; and to provide for the mutual enjoyment, entertainment and improvement of its members socially and physically." (Certificate of Incorporation, 1952)
1954- The original firehouse was constructed.
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