General
History
History
The first dedicated volunteer fire brigade was first established in this year.
What is 1736?
This famous General established the first fromal fire protection training course in 1943.
Who is Gen Hap Arnold?
Firefighters are not dumb! we just have to met our minimum standard on the ASVAB!
What is a 38?
In 1647, this city was the first to create a firefighting system.
What is New Amsterdam?
Where did the Fire academy finally settle down in?
What is Goodfellow AFB?
It's not so hush-hush for us when firefighters need this type of clearance.
What is secret?
in 1818, this woman made history by helping men pull a pumper through deep snow in New York.
Who is Molly Williams?
While located here, the fire academy faced a 1000% increase in vehicle maintenance due to excessive wear and tear.
Where is Greenville AFB?
With only 68 days for training, it seems impossible to go through this many blocks of instruction, and still come out competent!
What is 5?
While others slept, this team of 8 individuals patrolled the streets at night, shaking wooden noise makers to alert everyone to fires.
Who are Rattlers?
In this year, the fire training program became generic, meaning all branches of service could participate.
When is 1997?
Along with many other duties, the firefighters main job is to do this!
What is Control and extinguish fires?
Followed shortly by George Washington, Paul Revere, and many others, This individual created the first volunteer fire brigade.
Who is Benjamin Franklin?
The current name of the Fire Academy.
What is the Louis F. Garland Fire Academy?
It seems important to not have this fear as a firefighter, as it is the main reason for our job!
what is pyrophobia?