Visiting Fireman 2007 Edition

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Book Title: Visiting Fireman, 2007 Edition

Author: Visiting Fireman

Publisher: Visiting Fireman

Publication Date: May 2007

ISBN:

Official Website: http://www.visitingfireman.com/

Purchase Link: http://www.fire-police-ems.com/books/bv6012.shtml

Synopsis/Reviews:

VISITING FIREMAN, 2007 EDITION

The Visiting Fireman is an annual publication of Fire Service Enthusiasts from across the world who all share a common interest in the Fire Service.

Many different interests make up the world of fire buffing. Fire Fighters, Fire Buffing, Fire Scene Photography, Historical Preservation, Fire Apparatus Photography, Apparatus Restoration, Preservation of Fire Memorabilia, Rehab/Canteen Operations, Communications, Scanner Monitoring, Fire Alarm Telegraphic Alarm Systems, Model Apparatus Building, Toy Collectibles, and Fire Museums are but a small sampling of the diverse area of interest to Enthusiasts and Fire Buffs alike.

The Visiting Fireman is a book that ties the many diverse interests of Enthusiasts and Buffs together in a common forum - The sharing of information, and photos. Every year the book not only provides current information but preserves many important historical aspects of the fire service for future generations.

The Visiting Fireman is also an invaluable travel guide for business and pleasure. The book has been characterized as the "Bible of Fire Buffing" and one of those books "You Do Not Leave Home Without"!

The principal component of this book is the directory. This segment lists individuals from every state, every Canadian Provience, and from Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain and Switzerland.

Included for each entry is the person's name, address, phone numbers, interests, etc. This information is invaluable if traveling to a specific region and looking for a contact person.

As in previous editions, all of the other regular features are present: upcoming events, fire buff and fire service associations, Fire Buff's Bookshelf, fire museums, fire frequencies, antique apparatus, and classified advertising. The list of associations includes their addresses and a brief description. Also present are the swappers' section, a restaurant guide, a glossary of abbreviations, and book reviews. Special articles include: What A Surprise, Van Pelt Muster Lineup, Dublin Fire Brigades, Firehouse Subs, O'Toole General Tire Company, Remembering Fallen Firefighters, and more!

We are once again amazed at the amount of information available at a very reasonable price. This book is indeed the best deal of all fire service books.

5 1/2" x 8 1/2", 512 pages, hundreds of color and B&W photos, softcover, BV6012 / $16.95

Review And Comments: Always found this book to be fascinating, and a good way to find contacts for buffing information when you travel. Always some great articles and photos too.

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