Presented by Robert Lipscomb ’89.
Over its 140-plus-year history, the Lynchburg Fire Department has responded to hundreds of thousands of calls for service. During this period, there have been numerous fires that have resulted in significant property damage as well as the unfortunate loss of life. Through photos and historical firsthand accounts, retired Deputy Fire Chief Robert Lipscomb ’89 will discuss some of the more significant fires and provide insight into how these specific incidents impacted the history of the Lynchburg Fire Department and the City of Lynchburg.
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