Hook and Irons

Celebrate Your History - H&I Co. and the NYC Fi...

In 2012 I was battling some frustrations with my own department regarding training and training programs.  Having hit dead end after dead end, I started looking for a place to...

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Celebrate Your History - H&I Co. and the NYC Fi...

In 2012 I was battling some frustrations with my own department regarding training and training programs.  Having hit dead end after dead end, I started looking for a place to...

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I Will Leave the Light On For You - A Message F...

Inspired by @rfdtruckie I have placed a blue light in front of my house. Dear Officer,  Tonight when you patrol the streets in the dark of this lonely night, blind...

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I Will Leave the Light On For You - A Message F...

Inspired by @rfdtruckie I have placed a blue light in front of my house. Dear Officer,  Tonight when you patrol the streets in the dark of this lonely night, blind...

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History of the Term Fire Plug & Plug Ugly

 The term 'fire plug' dates back to the early 1800s, when water mains were made from wood. The fire department (usually volunteers) would head out to the fire, dig up...

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History of the Term Fire Plug & Plug Ugly

 The term 'fire plug' dates back to the early 1800s, when water mains were made from wood. The fire department (usually volunteers) would head out to the fire, dig up...

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Report From Engine Co. 82 -- Rembering A Classic

In 1972 Dennis Smith penned what has become the best-loved and most honest description of the American Fire Service.  Written during the peak of the 'War Years', it shows the struggles, camaraderie,...

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Report From Engine Co. 82 -- Rembering A Classic

In 1972 Dennis Smith penned what has become the best-loved and most honest description of the American Fire Service.  Written during the peak of the 'War Years', it shows the struggles, camaraderie,...

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How To Lose Good Firefighters In 10 Simple Steps

During my time as a firefighter, I have enjoyed the best and suffered the worst a firehouse has to offer.  I have met some of my best friends and endured months...

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How To Lose Good Firefighters In 10 Simple Steps

During my time as a firefighter, I have enjoyed the best and suffered the worst a firehouse has to offer.  I have met some of my best friends and endured months...

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A Fireman Gives Thanks

This holiday, I've compiled a short list of things I am thankful for.  Some I've taken for granted in the past and some I hold dear to me every day....

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A Fireman Gives Thanks

This holiday, I've compiled a short list of things I am thankful for.  Some I've taken for granted in the past and some I hold dear to me every day....

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