Unsung Heroes: Eastbourne's Fire Service 1824 - 1974

by Stephen LeVine

For a hundred and fifty years, Eastbourne operated its fire service. From the early days of hand pumps through to horse-drawn steam fire appliance to motor-driven engines. The service kept up to date with the development of fire fighting techniques. Firemen were volunteers, made up of local tradespeople and shopkeepers.
The brigade arranged collections through the town for funds to support the service. And they paid the men a small allowance for...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0993544134
• ISBN13: 9780993544132
• Release Date: June 2021
• Publisher: Loncastle South
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.7" x 9.6"