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"I have no ambition in this world but one and that is to be a fireman. The position may in the eyes of some appear to be a lowly one; But those who know the work which a fireman has to do believe his is a noble calling. Our proudest moment is to save...lives. Under the impulse of such thoughts the nobility of the occupation thrills us and stimulates us to deeds of daring even of supreme sacrifice."
Edward F. Croker
Chief of Department FDNY
1899-1911
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 Chief Croker, shown here in his office, was the chief of the Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), during the time of the Triangle fire and one of the many people who wrote books about fire prevention in the aftermath of the Triangle fire.
All photos and captions courtesy of the NYC Fire Museum.
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