Firefighting History & Traditions Discussions (65)

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History of Firehose As early as 400 B.C. hose played a part in fighting fire. In this era, the hose was made out of ox gut. Firemen filled bags with water an… Started by Merritt Long	0	Aug 12, 2007
History of Dalmatians Dalmatians first known as "coach dogs" were first used in the 17th, 18th and 19th Century in England, Scotland, and Wales. Wealthy aristo… Started by Merritt Long	0	Aug 12, 2007
History of the Fire Engine The first fire engines, which appeared in the 17th century, were simply tubs carried on runners, long poles, or wheels; water was still sup… Started by Merritt Long	0	Aug 12, 2007
History of St. Florian St. Florain also known as the patron St. of Firefighters was an officer of the Roman army, who occupied a high post in what is now Austria… Started by Merritt Long	0	Aug 12, 2007
History of the Fire Hydrant The first hydrants were used for public water supply from the earliest municipal water systems. They resembled faucets and were at best sui… Started by Merritt Long	0	Aug 12, 2007