St. Louis Fire Department (MO) (Images of America) [Paperback]

Frank C. Schaper (Author), Betty Burnett (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 17, 2003

The St. Louis Fire Department was established in 1857 and is the second oldest paid fire department in the United States. This pictorial history portrays the department's rich history and exemplifies why its motto is "Justifiably Proud." The St. Louis Fire Department history is one of leadership and innovation. It was one of the first departments to purchase a 100' aerial ladder truck. It was also one of the first to establish an academy for the study of fire and the training of fire fighting recruits. In 1987, the department was the first in the nation to use a "Total Quint Concept," which combined the traditional fire truck and hook and ladder truck into one piece of equipment.

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About the Author

Frank C. Schaper was a 30-year member of the St. Louis Fire Department, retiring as Deputy Fire Chief in 1999.

Betty Burnett holds a Ph.D. in American Studies from St. Louis University, and has published several books and countless magazine articles.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (November 17, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738531928
• ISBN-13: 978-0738531922
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,199,960 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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