The Historical Collection Of The Insurance Company Of North America

173 Pages; 27 Chapters. Pages Tight; Glossy Paper Stock; No Markings On Pages; Frontispiece Is Color Image Of General George Washington. Brown Hard Covers With Gild Lettering And Seal On Front Cover And Spine. Moderate Shelf Wear; Some Rubbing, Fading, Discoloration Spots; Scuffing On Covers. Introduction In Front. Book Provides A General Concept Of The Historical Collection Of The Insurance Company Of North America-The Assembled Treasures Of Many Forms That Recall The Vitality, Courage, And Deeds Of Past Generations So That The Future May Continue To Be Inspired With A Sense Of Pride In Our Own Great Heritage. Chapter Headings Include: Marine Paintings And Prints; Marine Memorabilia; Ship Models; History Of Fires; Paintings Of Fires And Firemen; Fire Insurance Marks; Fire Buckets; Fire Wardens' Staffs; Hand Pump Fire Engines; Firemans' Hats, Capes; Hook And Ladders; Fire Engine Trophies; Steam Fire Engines; Fire Tools And Memorabilia; Portraits Of Presidents And Directors; Early Records And Historical Documents; Books On Philadelphia; Paintings And Prints; Historical Collection Is Nationally Famous; List Of Cultural And Educational Institutions In Which The Collection Is Located, Etc. A Fold Out 5 Page Long Color Display Of Fire Insurance Marks Is Found In Chapter 6. Lists Of Books, Paintings, Prints, Engravings, Lithographs, Photographs, Trophies, Etc. Is Included After Each Chapter. Rare Vintage Copy.…