This book presents information on the belief of fire as an animate and living force, the vigilant guards in Greek and Roman communities, the Knights of the Cross during the Crusades, the volunteer firefighters of the New World, and today's modern firefighter.
General Note
Includes index and glossary.
Content Note
The power of life and death : fire in legend and myth -- Ingenuity and vigilance : ancient fire-fighting mechanics -- The knights of the Crusades : a heritage of courage -- The flames of destruction : the great fire of London -- A common enemy : the threat of fire in colonial times -- The father of volunteer fire departments : Benjamin Franklin's good idea -- Willing saviors : voluntary service in America -- Freedom for all : fire fighting beyond the boundaries of race -- A new tradition : fire-fighting sisters -- Heroes for toda : modern firefighters.