I served over 60 years as a Montgomery County, MD Firefighter. During this time, I had the opportunity and good fortune to work and ride with many other Fire and Rescue Companies, including several of the elite Rescue Units in New York City. This book describes life both in and out of the Firehouse, and specifically the many calls that I have been on during my career, some turning out good and some with very dismal outcomes. I would like to dedicate this book in memory of all those Firefighters who have given their lives before me and will do so unfortunately in the future.