Fire Department Collection (#6)

Firefighter extinguishes a simulated structural fire
Davis-Monthan Air Force base, Arizona, August 31, 2004 - Firefighter extinguishes a simulated structural fire

A flight deck fire party battles a controlled fire
September 23, 2004 - A flight deck fire party battles a controlled fire during a training evolution at the Commander Naval Education and Training Whidbey Island Firefighting School

An aircraft rescue firefighting team attempts to spray out a fuel fire
July 30, 2010 - An aircraft rescue firefighting team with the U.S. Marine Corps, attempts to spray out a fuel fire during training. The heat from the flames can reach 1, 300 degrees

An Iraqi firefighter double checks his partners personal protective equipment
Baghdad, Iraq, December 24, 2008 - An Iraqi firefighter double checks his partners personal protective equipment before participating in a live fire training scenario

Firefighters execute fire containment procedures during a simulated emergency
Fort Riley Firefighters execute fire containment procedures during a simulated emergency Forward Arming and Refueling Point training exercise on Marshall Army Airfield

Firefighters extinguish a simulated battery fire
March 3, 2008 - Firefighters extinguish a simulated battery fire inside an aircraft fire trainer at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England

Firefighters extinguish an aircraft fire during a training exercise
October 16, 2010 - Firefighters extinguish an aircraft fire during a training exercise at the Phelps Collins Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Michigan

Close-up view of a firefighter in a fire proximity suit
Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, August 27, 2009 - Close-up view of an Aircraft Rescue Firefighter Marine in a heat-resistant bunker suit

Fire departments extinguish a vehicle fire
Balad Air Base, Iraq, May 19, 2008 - Members of the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron and 8th Ordnance Company fire departments extinguish a vehicle fire with a hood mounted turret hose

A firefighter waits for a fire to get bigger before attempting to extinguish the flames
August 9, 2010 - A firefighter waits for a fire to get bigger before attempting to extinguish it during live burn training at Baghdad International Airport, Iraq

Firefighter carries a CO2 fire extinguisher onto the flight deck of USS Denver
East China Sea, September 27, 2011 - Aviation Support Equipment Technician carries a CO2 fire extinguisher onto the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver

Firefighters neutralize a live fire
Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, June 15, 2009 - Members of the 20th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection flight neutralize a live fire during Team Shaws operational readiness inspection

Firefighters participate in a fire training exercise
October 1, 2007 - Firefighters participate in a fire training exercise

Firefighters extinguish a simulated cargo fire at RAF Mildenhall, England
March 8, 2008 - A 48th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter instructs fellow firefighters to advance towards the simulated cargo fire at RAF Mildenhall, England

Firefighters deploy a fire hose during a drill at Moody Air Force Base
November 22, 2010 - Firefighters from the 23rd Civil Engineer Squadron deploy a fire hose, also called a handline, during a drill at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia

Firefighters move a casualty to a triage area at Camp Dwyer, Afghanistan
January 27, 2011 - Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Marines with the Camp Dwyer Detachment of Marine Wing Support Squadron 373 move a casualty to a triage area during the detachments mass casualty

Airmen run an operations check on a fire hydrant hose
Operation Enduring Freedom - Airmen run an operations check on a fire hydrant hose on Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar

Vintage WPA poster of a hose putting out a house fire. It reads, Home Safety is Home Defense. Men: To learn proper fire control join the fire department auxiliary corps at the nearest fire house

Agusta-Bell 412SP helicopter of Italys Vigili del Fuoco fire and rescue service

A firefighter fights a fire during a readiness training exercise
Volk Field Air National Guard Base, Wisconsin, September 21, 2004 - A firefighter fights a fire during a readiness training exercise

Fire brigade putting out a bush fire, near Melides, Alentejo region, Portugal

FIRE ENGINE, c1911. Fire engine of the Fire Department of New York being filled with water, c1911

Ponce, historic fire house

Fire station with fire trucks at Wapakeneta, Ohio

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"Heroes in Action: The Brave Firefighters of the City of Chicago Fire Department" In the heart of Chinatown, Illinois, stands a beacon of hope and safety - the City of Chicago Fire Department station. With their unwavering dedication and courage, these firefighters are always ready to neutralize any fire that threatens their community. From towering infernos to smoldering embers, these brave men and women fearlessly face danger head-on. Witness as they carry charged hoses across the flight deck of USS Denver, battling flames on land and sea alike. Even U. S. Marine firefighters stand tall during annual training exercises, prepared to protect lives and property at a moment's notice. The legacy of firefighting stretches far back into history. In 1905, "The Best Friend of Charleston" showcased the valorous efforts made by our predecessors in protecting our country from devastating fires. Fast forward to Berlin in the 19th century; an exercise for rescuing fire patients in a hospital demonstrates how fire brigades have evolved over time. Reflecting on heritage attire worn by German firefighters in 1899 reminds us that bravery knows no bounds or era. These historical reproductions showcase not only their commitment but also pay homage to those who came before them. Firefighters transcend borders too. Istanbul witnessed its own heroes around 1870 when Kontantinople was still known as Constantinople. Digitally restored reproductions transport us back to an era where selflessness knew no boundaries. As we delve into history further, we cannot forget London's resilience during World War II's Blitz bombings. Fires ravaged St Paul's Cathedral surroundings; yet amidst chaos and destruction emerged heroes clad in red suits - symbols of hope amidst darkness. Whether it be past or present, firefighting remains an honorable profession filled with courageous individuals who put their lives on the line daily for others' safety.