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Security Museum
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History of Industry
Our Story
Industry Glossary
Wayne Alarm Home
Security Museum
Collection
History of Industry
Our Story
Industry Glossary
Wayne Alarm Home
Edward T. Holmes First Burglar Alarm
Model #
1
Manufacturer
E.T. Holmes
Product Type
Burglar Alarm
Materials
Brass, Wood
Market
N/A
Period
1800's
Description
This was the first burglar alarm patented in the United States. The control lever is on the far left and the three binding posts on the right are for power and circuit.
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