Posted: 8/8/2007 6:34:58 PM EDT
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Some of you may know that I'm a quotes freak. I collect quotes. Found this one today while looking through "bravery" quotes; thought some here might like it (though others may think it's a bit out of date): 
Obviously doesn't apply solely to FFs, but there you have it. |
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He is also responsible for this one:“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 we who know the work which the fireman has to do believe that 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.” Nothing in either statement is outdated. We have both of these quotes posted in our calendars that we carry from our department. |