Firemen and Their Exploits: With Some Account of the Rise and Development of Fire-Brigades, of Various Appliances for Saving Life at Fires and Extinguishing the Flames (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frederic Morell Holmes

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265249163 ISBN 13: 9780265249161

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Discover the art and gear behind saving lives in flames.

This engaging account explains how fire brigades rise to the challenge, from early ladders and fire escapes to the latest gear and training that keep firefighters safe and effective.

In vivid detail, the book walks you through how modern escapes are built, used, and improved. Learn how firefighters train, operate hoses and nozzles, and coordinate teams to rescue people faster and safer. It also covers the evolution of equipment, from bucket and hand-pump methods to powerful engine work and hydrants, with practical notes on handling and safety.

• How fire escapes and ladders work, including rope systems and lowering methods
• The roles of engines, hoses, branches, and nozzles in controlling a blaze
• Training drills, safety practices, and lessons from real incidents
• The balance between technology, tactics, and human courage at fires

Ideal for readers curious about the history of firefighting tech, and for those who want a clear view of life at the fire station and the people who run toward danger to save others.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265249163
• ISBN 13: 9780265249161
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192