Harbour Burning: A Century of Vancouver's Maritime Fires, William A. Hagelund, 2002
The history surrounding the growth of Vancouver from a wilderness lumber port into one of the largest, most successful international shipping centers in the world is a varied and exciting one. But often overlooked in these stories in the role that the Vancouver Fire Department played.
Following the great fire of 1886 that destroyed much of this emerging city, Captain John Carlisle set standards of physical fitness, conduct, and proficiency that today are the hallmark of this great fire department. Employing and developing the most modern and effective firefighting equipment to be found anywhere on the western world, fire chiefs and civic leaders from around the globe came to Vancouver to stand in awe of this fire department's magnificent capabilities.
Harbour Burning celebrates the performance and dedication of the people and equipment that have long protected this waterfront. Read about the events and disasters that shaped the downtown waterfront and False Creek, such as the Pier D fire, the Second Narrows Bridge collapse, the Greenhill Park explosion, and the fire at the Alberta Wheat Pool. Filled with fascinating stories and historical pictures, this is a most interesting read.
About The Author
William A. Hagelund was a teenager in 1940 when he began his maritime career on whaling ships. He went on to become a master mariner retiring in 1995 from his final commission as master of the SS Beaver which he held for nine years. He has written for many West Coast newspapers and magazines on the subject of shipping and several books on maritime history.
5 1/2" x 8 1/2", 206 pages, B&W photos, softbound, BH0520 / $17.95
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