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History

History can be informative, educational and sometimes entertaining. We offer this collection of stories, photographs and documentary to provide a deeper, reflective look into the evolution of the Amherstburg Fire Department through the years. To the right you will find a list of categories containing relevant historical articles. We hope you find it interesting. If you have additional, related information you’d like us to consider for inclusion, please contact us.

Firefighting Traditions

The Great Chicago Fire

The Fire That Sparked a Tradition Chicago, 1871 On a balmy evening in October, 1871,…

amfirewebMarch 30, 2020

Firefighting Traditions

The Maltese Cross

The eight point Maltese Cross is the international symbol of the fire service’s willingness to…

amfirewebMarch 30, 2020

Firefighting Traditions

The Bagpipe At Fire Department Funerals

The tradition of bagpipes played at fire department and police department funerals in the United…

amfirewebMarch 30, 2020

Firefighting Traditions

Why are Dalmations Firehouse Dogs?

Here’s the Answer in Black and White Reprinted from May/June 1992 issues of Reminisce Magazine…

amfirewebMarch 30, 2020