Download or read book A Pictorial History of the Houston Fire Department written by F. Scott Mellott and published by . This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book illustrates the history of the Houston Fire Department when the City of Houston took it over in 1895. The content is rare and historic black and white photography showcasing the development of the Fire Department until 1980. Significant Fire related events will be featured for every decade represented along with the technological advancements in the Houston Fire department. The last chapter will deal exclusively with the Line of Duty deaths of Fire Fighters in the Houston Fire Department.