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This book chronicles one of the most devastating forest fires in U.S. history, the Peshtigo Fire, which claimed over 1,200 lives and consumed 1.3 million acres of Wisconsin forest in 1871. The author meticulously pieces together a vivid account of the fire's origins, its catastrophic progression, and its immediate aftermath. Beyond the historical narrative, the book delves into the broader context of forest fire management in the 19th century, highlighting the prevailing attitudes towards fire prevention and suppression. Through this lens, the author examines the lessons learned from the Peshtigo Fire, which laid the groundwork for the development of modern forest fire control practices and fire safety regulations in the United States.
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Fire Control Notes, Vol. 32: Fall 1971 (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles one of the most devastating forest fires in U.S. history, the Peshtigo Fire, which claimed over 1,200 lives and consumed 1.3 million acres of Wisconsin forest in 1871. The author meticulously pieces together a vivid account of the fire's origins, its catastrophic progression, and its immediate aftermath. Beyond the historical narrative, the book delves into the broader context of forest fire management in the 19th century, highlighting the prevailing attitudes towards fire prevention and suppression. Through this lens, the author examines the lessons learned from the Peshtigo Fire, which laid the groundwork for the development of modern forest fire control practices and fire safety regulations in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780260729736_0
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Fire Control Notes, Vol 32 Fall 1971 Classic Reprint
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