038- Fire Service Tools & Techniques History

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In this firefighter training episode, I talk with Capt Bob Farrell about the creation of the Halligan bar, Pro Bar, Shove Knife, Saws, Maxximus Halligan, and many more that Capt Farrell created or knows the story behind it.

We also talk about awesome stories throughout his career, 9/11, how the coffin cut, trench cut and so much more was created and named. This is a once in a lifetime interview and it's one of my favorites.

Capt Farrell's career spans the times in the 60's & 70's known as "The War Years"

Captain Farrell’s tenure at Engine 82 / Ladder 31 was considered the “The War Years” (1960’s-1970’s) and was arguably the busiest firehouse in the world! The conditions in the Bronxduring these times were conditions similar to war zones. Companies would respond to fireafter fire, most times non-stop. And Bob was in the thick of the action for many years.