Honoring the Fire and Rescue Service - Springfield, Ohio and Beyond - On Web Since 2005
Fire Buffs promote the general welfare of the fire and rescue service and protect its heritage and history. Famous Fire Buffs through the years include New York Fire Surgeon Harry Archer, Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, New York Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia and - legend has it - President George Washington.
Thursday, October 24, 2019
DAYTON VETERANS - 1942
Image: Department of Veterans Affairs
On May 21, 1942, a two-alarm fire hit the Dayton veterans home, which was undergoing renovations.