Men Against Fire The Story of the National Fire Protection Association 1896-1971

Men Against Fire: The Story of the National Fire Protection Association 1896 1971 Percy Bugbee Boston: National Fire Protection Association, 1971. First Edition. History of the NFPA, tracing its founding in 1896 through 75 years of fire safety standards, research, and advocacy. Written by Percy Bugbee, longtime NFPA leader, the book documents the organization s impact on modern fire prevention, codes, and public safety. This First Edition (April 1971) is in good condition, with slight fading at the top of the spine and front cover; former owner s name stamped on the inside cover panel. An uncommon title, especially in first printing, and a key reference for collectors of firefighting history, safety engineering, and institutional histories of American public safety. (BB) Shelf 183.