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About Me:: I am the ORIGINAL author of the 1969 essay "What is a Fire Fighter?"
1963 - 1984 Hartford Fire Department Hartford, Connecticut Fire Captain Started as a firefighter. Promoted to Pump operator in 1968. At this time I also passed exams for Aerial Ladder Driver, Deputy Chief's Aide, and Fire Inspector. In 1972 I was promoted to Fire Lieutenant, at this time I was also offered the position of Fire Inspector, which I declined. In 1980 I was promoted to Fire Captain. At this time I was also offered the position of Fire Prevention Lieutenant, which I declined. As a Fire Captain I was responsible for 24 men assigned to four shifts, took command at fires, drill training, firehouse upkeep. I acted as a Deputy Chief on a rotation basis and responsible for one-third of the cities fire activities.
1976-1978 Dairy Mart Bloomfield CT Owner-Manager - Simultaneous with the Fire Department Owned and operated convenience store franchise, I did this while I was employed by the Hartford Fire Department. (Two Full time positions) Operated store seven days a week. Responsible for hiring, pricing, stocking and inventory. Operated an in-store deli.

At 9:13am on April 21, 2010, Leo Cartwright said…: Hi there James; I’m Leo from Australia, Paramedic; Welcome to FFN hope U enjoy this site and gather many friends during your stay. If you read my profile and think that I am suited; please feel free to add me to your collection of FFN friends. If I have not added you as a friend, it’s because I have reached my Max and I am waiting for members to reply to me.
I also collect Patches and badges and would love to show one of yours in my collection. I am looking for Police, Medical, Ambulance, S&R; Dispatcher & Fire Service patches. If U are interested, or U know someone in these groups please contact me. My Email is lecar1@bigpond.net.au
If you feel like sending me one of your Service patch … don’t be shy….
My address is:-
Leo J. Cartwright
246 Kay Street
TRARALGON
VICTORIA 3844
AUSTRALIA

Cheers Leo

At 11:02pm on April 20, 2010, Fireyladd - Retired Chief Sharp said…: James, Welcome to the Firefighter Nation. I am glad you dropped in to join the group. Dont be shy. There is lots to do, read and be involved with. Your participation and involvement is important to us all.

Chief William Sharp
Brookings, Oregon

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