For nearly a century; the men and women of the Newport Beach Fire Department have served their Orange County community with dedication; professionalism; and grace. Starting with a primitive hose reel and a dozen volunteers in 1911; determined Newport Beach firefighters protected the always tourism-friendly community with more dedication than equipment. In 1927; the volunteers were disbanded and a paid fire department was organized. This volume celebrates 100 years of the Newport Beach Fire Department�s exemplary service by combining historical photographs with a narrative that traces the evolution of firefighting in Newport Beach from its turn-of-the-century roots to the state-of-the-art operation it is today; entrusted with protecting one of coastal California�s most affluent and picturesque showcase communities.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ExcellentBy AvaExcellent historical perspective on a paper mill town in Northern New England. The photographs are wonderful and the descriptions are vivid. Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. GREAT MEMORIESBy Dennis J. La BrecqueI WAS BORN HERE AND WAS THRILLED TO FIND THIS BOOK. A GREAT READ EVEN IF YOUVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS TOWN.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Travel back in timeBy C. NewtonWonderful pictures and information about a town that is precious to me. Gave me a great incite to what my grandfather experienced while he worked at The Great Northern and lived in this town.
