Ablaze

How the Nation's Youngest Career Fire Chief Ignited the Fire Service

Roscoe G Hager, Sr

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BookBaby
12 September 2024

Biography: general; Emergency services

The irresistible wail of sirens and air horns sparked his early childhood ambition to become a firefighter. Yet by the time he became the nation's youngest career fire chief, an even more compelling vocation had been kindled in him. ABLAZE captures Roscoe G. Hager, Sr.'s historic journey in the fire service which begins in the early years of segregation and culminates with recognition as a Class of 2023 Inductee in the National Fire Heritage Center Hall of Legends, Legacies and Leaders.

""I'll quote Woodrow Wilson who said, ""Only free people can hold their purpose and honor steady to a common end."" Roscoe, God bless you, you have done that. You have preferred the intent of mankind instead of the individual or your own. God bless you for doing that."" -

John W. Hoglund, Director Emeritus, Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute

By: Roscoe G Hager Sr
Imprint: BookBaby
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 152mm,
ISBN: 9798350955170
Pages: 300
Publication Date: 12 September 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Ablaze: How the Nation's Youngest Career Fire Chief Ignited the Fire Service

""Roscoe was a major player in changing the face and complexion of the fire service."" --Romeo Spaulding, President Emeritus of the International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters "" It would have been very easy for Roscoe in his career to go along to get along, but he had that tenacious attitude that it didn't take him more than a minute or two to recognize which side of the issue he needed to take a stand on."" --Fire Chief (Ret.) Ray Alfred "" Some of today's fire leaders work toward a mission - inclusive and diverse service. For others, the pursuit reaches beyond that goal - to seeking justice and dignity for all. Roscoe is the consistently courageous brother (not of skin, but of spirit) I want by my side on that quest."" --Chief jona olssen