London Fire Chief Jim Fitzgerald Ret.Chief Fitzgerald is a third generation London Fire Fighter who worked through the ranks from Fire Fighter to the highest rank of Fire Chief. During his career, Chief Fitzgerald collected many amazing photos, artifacts and great stories.
This collection spans early 1900’s through to modern era, containing over 100 submissions.
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June 2017
Heritage Designation
No.4 Station designated heritage property. (L-R) D. Barnett, J. Barrett, Capt. J. Sutton, Retired...
November 2013
Old London chief hot on fire museum
As he approaches 80, the unofficial historian of London’s fire department worries about...
May 2009
April 2009
In remembrance of Fire Fighter Richard Roman
This memorial is at Station No.4
February 2000
#TBT – Fire Trucks built in London Ontario
At one time London was home to a Fire Truck Manufacturer... Mike Hensen/The...
June 1992
E9 restored
After crashing off the Vauxhall Bridge, Engine 9 was rebuilt and sold to...
November 1991
Vehicle missed hitting river by few meters
A fire truck lies crumpled below the Vauxhall Bridge on Edgerton Street on Thursday...
November 1988
October 1980
Ailsa Craig Fire
Fire Prevention Week - 1945 Wortley
November 1970
Communications
Dick Day and Bob Caudle working in the alarm room at Headquarters. (Courtesy...