Toy Cars

The Evolution of Fire Trucks   by Anita Lyon

Fire engines have become iconic in our times. The big red truck is immediately linked with bravery, emergencies and of course – fire, a destructive force that can cause havoc to residential areas, wildlife sanctuaries, crops and farms. Raging infernos can not only kill, but also cause extensive damage to businesses and land. Unfortunately, it was more difficult to battle the blaze in the past, and firefighters or farm occupants back then didn’t have the shiny, mean red machine to call upon. To show you where the beloved water tanker known as the Fire Truck came from, here is a brief history:

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