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| Chief Raymond C. Spencer - 1942-1960 - CLICK on photo to view more |
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| 50 Years Ago Leddy Becomes Chief
On November 19, 1960, Raymond C. Spencer retired after serving 18 years as Hamden's first paid fire chief. He was succeeded by Batt. Chief V. Paul Leddy.
V. Paul Leddy joined the Department in November 1941. Following service in the U.S. Navy during the Second World War, he returned to his firefighter position in Hamden. He was promoted to lieutenant in 1949, and captain two years later. In 1954, all platoon captains became battalion chiefs. For several years before his appointment as chief, Leddy also served as Hamden's Civil Defense Director.
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| Chief V. Paul Leddy - 1960-1984 - CLICK on photo to view more |
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The Hamden Fire Department experienced its greatest expansion during Chief Leddy's nearly 24 years as chief. The number of Hamden Fire Department personnel grew from 67 to 125, two new fire stations were built, an additional truck company was added, and paramedic (ALS) emergency medical service was introduced.
Chief Leddy retired on his 65th birthday in 1984, and passed away April 29, 1994.
Posted 11/19/10
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