Fireman's Uniform, by Brian Wright. 32 Pages. Softbound. Three hundred years ago we would probably would have difficulty recognizing a fireman, because their uniforms were so bright and colorful. They were initially made this way to identify which fire brigade he belonged to, and only later were they designed to offer protection. The serviceable and well-designed uniforms of today are the result of a long general tradition of continual improvement in the serve. This book shows how the British fireman's uniform has developed over the years and describes the factors that influenced its design. Its superbly illustrated with numerous black and white photographs, both vintage and modern. This little book is packed with information and is sure to interest everyone. UNAVAILABLE (BK-0913)