100 Years of Glory: A History of The District of Columbia Fire Dept Local 36

Description: 100 Years of Glory: A History of The District of Columbia Fire Department Local 36 Hardcover 1871-1971 This vintage book is very hard to find, especially in such good condition. This magnificent book details the history of firefighters for 100 years (1871 to 1971), plus the history preceding the establishment of the District of Columbia. It contains 175 pages of text and photographs (plus numerous unnumbered pages) of the various companies and members of the department, along with statistics. Some of the historic pictures include the equipment, the firefighters, the fire houses and the surrounding area. In addition, it contains a description of the history of Local 36 in 1901, as the first firefighters affiliated with the American Federation of Labor. Table of Contents include: Prelude to Glory Beginning of 100 Years of Glory Beginning of the Twentieth Century Beginning of the End of the Horse The Next Twenty Years And Twenty More The Riots of 1968 and the Last Years Squads and Ambulances The History of Local 36Appendix: Location of Companies, Then and Now Statistics Over the Years Association Past Presidents Congressional Legislation In Memoriam Condition: Pre-owned red hardcover, with gilt lettering on front board and spine, no dust jacket, in good condition, minor bumped corners, some discoloration. No writing or highlighting. Tight binding. No loose or missing pages. Please review all photos for condition and details. Shipped from a smoke-free environment.

Price: 325 USD

Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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