Richmond Celebrates 100th Birthday of American LaFrance Fire Truck
The city of Richmond recently celebrated the 100th birthday of its 1925 American LaFrance fire truck, a treasured piece of firefighting history.
The historic apparatus was placed into service in 1925 and served the community for many years, responding to countless alarms and symbolizing the bravery and dedication of the city’s firefighters.
- The Richmond Volunteer Fire Department celebrated the milestone on October 5, during its annual open house event.
- The Richmond City Council passed a resolution recognizing the 100th birthday of the 1925 American LaFrance fire truck.
- Jaime Greene, R-Richmond, presented a special tribute from the state of Michigan in recognition of the milestone.
Though it has since retired from front-line duty, this remarkable fire truck remains a beloved part of many parades and community events.
Author's summary: Richmond celebrates 100th birthday of historic fire truck.
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