History of the American Steam Fire-Engine (Dover Pictorial Archives)
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| Rating | : | 4.77 (505 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0486415309 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-11-03 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
L. R. Morris said Outstanding Reference Source. Outstanding source of photographs, lithographs, and precise detailed mechanical line drawings of these old machines.Originally printed in 1896, the written commentary is in the rich, highly descriptive style of the era, conveying nearly as much information as the images themselves.Highly recommended to both model makers and fire apparatus buffs.History of the American Steam Fire-Engine (Dover Books on Transportation). Another great book on old fire apparatus Another great book on old fire apparatus! This book goes into great detail on the machines used years ago! A great buy!
Over 100 rare illustrations depict more than 70 antique fire engines with steam-powered pumps — from the very first one, built in 1829, to the end of the 19th century. 8, of Boston; more.. Include the Braithwaite's "Comet"; the Manhattan No. 13 of Philadelphia; the Northern Liberty, No. 8 of New York City; the Hurricane No