From the creation of the American-LaFrance Fire Engine Co. in 1904 through the company's latest deliveries in 2004, McCall provides insight into the company's o

Magnificent photographs create the first and only photographic history of Ward LaFrance fire trucks.

American motor fire apparatus design reached its high-water mark in the 1950s. Every one of the nation's major fire apparatus manufacturers boasted uniquely ind

A boy tells about the first gift he ever received -- his name! Named after the legendary King David, little David introduces the concept of names and where they

In 1938, American LaFrance pioneered the first cab-forward fire apparatus, then revolutionized the concept in 1945 with the classic 700 Series. In the 1950s, le