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1. Firefighting History Conies to Downtown Bay City CENTRAL

Subjects
Fire-departments -- History, Historic buildings -- Planning, Historical museums -- Planning, Company business planning, History
Abstract

An 1890s fire station in downtown Bay City, Michigan, will soon house the Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum, currently located in nearby Bangor Township. Museum officials hope that the move [...]

Published
2022

2. Dalmatian history 101

Subjects
Fire-departments -- History, Dalmatians -- Appreciation, Consumer news and advice, Family and marriage
Abstract

OCTOBER 1 In honor of Fire Pup Day, we're putting the spotlight on Dalmatians and how the breed became known as firefighters' best friend. 'In the time of horse-drawn carriages, [...]

Published
2022

3. Managing police constables and firefighters: Uniformed public services in English cities, c.1870-1930

Author

Ewen, Shane

Subjects
Police administration -- Human resource management, Police administration -- Comparative analysis, Police administration -- History, Fire-departments -- Human resource management, Fire-departments -- Comparative analysis, Fire-departments -- History, Company personnel management, History, Sociology and social work
Abstract

A study of the work-life histories of rank-and-file police constables and firefighters in the English cities of Birmingham and Leicester is presented with the help of information from archival sources, personnel records and municipal minute books. With the help of the English experience of municipal policing and fire fighting, the study offers a framework within which comparative research can be undertaken.

Published
2006

4. IPDS: still the future of training?

Author

Prosser, Tony

Subjects
Fire fighters -- Training, Fire fighters -- History, Fire-departments -- History, Business, Business, international, Environmental services industry
Abstract

The history of the implementation of the Integrated Personal Development System is examined. Issues pertaining to the training of firefighters and the evolution of the rescue and fire service in the United Kingdom are discussed.

Published
2007

5. A bow to brave volunteer firefighters: Fire companies in two Southern Ontario communities mark the 150th anniversary of their formation this year

Author

SLATER, WILFRED

Subjects
Fire-departments -- History, Commemorative postage stamps -- Achievements and awards, Fire fighters -- Achievements and awards -- Appreciation, Volunteers -- Appreciation -- Achievements and awards, General interest, News, opinion and commentary
Abstract

Canadian society has become increasingly dependent on the services of volunteers and there is one group with a significant history being honoured on this day by Canada Post. A commemorative [...]

Published
2003

8. London Metropolitan Branch: a fiery history

Subjects
Fire-departments -- History, Fire-departments -- Exhibitions, Museums -- Exhibitions, Business, Business, international, Health care industry
Abstract

Members of the London Metropolitan Branch's Public Services section found out about the history of the city's fire service during a visit in August. The group visited the London Fire [...]

Published
2006

9. Fighting Fire with Fire

Author

FORRY, BILL

Subjects
Boston, Massachusetts. Fire Department -- History, Irish Americans -- Influence, Fire fighters -- Demographic aspects, Fire-departments -- History, Boston, Massachusetts -- Demographic aspects
Abstract

The Irish have always been known for their fiery, personalities. But for the estimated 500 men and women of the Boston Fire Department Who claim Irish ancestry, fire is much […]

Published
1999

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