History
The Vancouver Fire Department was established in 1886, and within sixteen days of its existence the City of Vancouver burned to the ground. By 1911 the department was one of the region's best and by 1917 it was completely motorized (no more horse drawn equipment).
Since 1893, 48 Vancouver firefighters have died in the line of duty.
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