I once ran in an Engine Company where a Firefighter was studying law at a local university. His name was John and he was a good pipeman. John came to a point in his studies where the University allowed the pre law students to assist poor people in traffic court. They were not paid but were there to gain experience. John told me he was assigned to defend a crotchity old black man who had ben caught going 30 mph in a 25 mph zone. The old man was under the assumption the city had given him a… Continue

We lost the dogs. We lost the poles. Now federal regulations are curtailing carrying a coffin on a hose bed. Check out how Detroit Forefighters are handling the new regulations. The Detroit Firemens Fund is restoring a 1937 Seagrave pumper to be used to carry our members on that last run with dignity and class. Check out my running mates website to see the restoration project.Go to www.detroitfirefighters.com

Fellow Firefighter Tom Hart invited me to this great website. The purpose of my life has been to promote the Fire Service. I have written a book about my life as a Firefighter. Take a peek at my website www.rjhaig.com . I believe my book will help give others an insight into what we do and the sacrifices we make as Firefighters. I know I am going to enjoy being a part of FirefighterNation. Good to be back with my brother and sister Firefighters.

R J…

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