The Stories Behind Lewiston, Maine’s Street Markers

Have you ever taken a walk throughout the streets of Lewiston and noticed something different? Signs marking names near the road signs.

You may not know the deep story behind them.

Each one of those markers represents a Lewiston firefighter who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. 

Honoring Lewiston’s Fallen Firefighters With Named Markers

According to the Sun Journal, there are nine of these markers that have now been put throughout the city. They are a quiet and simple reminder of the sacrifice. Behind each marker is a name and a story. I urge you to pause and take a look next time you come upon one of these. 

For example, if you are across from the DHHS building, there stands a marker honoring Private John Bryne who was a firefighter that perished after being thrown from a ladder in 1910 when a burning building collapsed, according to The Sun Journal.

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For so many residents travelling through, the markers may just blend in but for the families and fellow officials they are a reminder of that person and the risk they took to keep our community safe from harm.  

So, the next time you come upon one of these markers, take a moment to reflect on their sacrifice and quietly thank them for their service.