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Firefighting in Portland boasts many proud traditions and a long and storied history. In 1851, Col. Thomas Dryer, editor of the Oregonian newspaper, decided that it was in the best interest of the city to establish a firefighting force, and with that, he founded the Pioneer Fire Engine Company No. 1. Little better than a bucket brigade, this volunteer force of 37 men wearing red shirts started operations with just a single hand pump. From these humble beginnings, the organization grew to keep pace with a burgeoning city. From the great fire of 1873 and the colorful era of horse-drawn apparatus to technological innovations and community involvement, Portland Fire & Rescue--as the department is now known--has valiantly protected lives and property in Portland for more than a century and a half.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780738548838
  • ISBN-10: 0738548839
  • Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
  • Publish Date: May 2007
  • Dimensions: 9.19 x 6.57 x 0.34 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
  • Page Count: 128

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