Patrolman James Purdon

Patrolman James Purdon | Louisville Police Department, Kentucky
Louisville Police Department, Kentucky
Patrolman James Purdon

Louisville Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Saturday, July 27, 1901

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James Purdon

Patrolman James Purdon was killed in a fire at a photographic supply company as he attempted to rescue residents who lived in apartments above the supply company. Patrolman Purdon made his way to the upper floors in an attempt to rescue the residents, but was over come by smoke and died in the fire.

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In remembrance of your courage and sacrifice to save lives during a structure fire will always be remembered.

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