Hans Halberstadt

Long awaited, the reprint of one of the best fire truck picture books from the 1990's.

Containing hundreds of crystal clear black & white and color photos, American Fire Engine is a stunning tribute to firefighters and to fire apparatus of the last 200 years.

Special emphasis is placed on the classic rigs of the 1920's, 1930's, 1940's and 1950's including Ahrens-Fox, American LaFrance, Emergency One, Mack, Pirsch, Seagrave, and Van Pelt.

Chapters:

• Heroes on Wheels
• Engine 8, First In!
• Fire Fundamentals
• Vollies and Steam
• The Beginning of the Automotive Age
• Collectible Fire Apparatus Manufacturer's Histories (discussing some fire-service support organizations including the Hall of Flame in Phoenix, AZ and SPAAMFAA)
• Modern Apparatus
• Overhaul and Take-up
• Appendices
• Index

This book is sure to become a "must have" for serious fire truck fans.