The very first pre-planned assignment was produced on November 6, 1865.

Chief Engineer Elisha Kingsland issued the first and second alarm assignments for the 63 locations, all in lower Manhattan.

Most called for 9 engines and 3 hook and ladder companies on the first alarm, 3 engines and 2 hook and ladder companies on the second alarm.

The above text is from "Our Firemen - The History of the New York Fire Departments, Volunteer and Paid" (reprint), A.E. Costello, (1997, Knickerbocker Press, ISBN: 1-57715-013-9) where more information may be obtained).

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