Monthly Archives: June 2011
Day 180: Havlicek
Created by Josef Strachovsky (1850–1913), a sculptor from Praugue, the standing bronze figure of Karel Havlicek (1821– 1856) was portrayed as though he is giving an impassioned speech—with one hand clutching his cape and the other extended out in a dramatic fashion. The … Continue reading
Day 179: Crossing the Streams
This reminds me of Dr Peter Venkman in the 1984 movie GhostBusters saying… “Don’t cross the streams”. This is a photo of the streams of water crossing from two separate fire trucks during a demonstration at the Chicago Fire Academy.
Day 178: Benjamin Franklin Monument
American founding father Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) was a writer, philosopher,inventor, ambassador, politician and scientist who is best remembered for his famous kite-flying experiment which proved that electricity could be harnessed from lighting. He also made significant contributions to American journalism. … Continue reading
Day 177: Memorial Walk
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery has a memorial walk that commemorates soldiers of 20th century wars on 11 memorials.
Day 176: Up, Up and Away
A fireman climbs up a raised ladder during a demonstration at the Muster at the Chicago Fire Academy.
Day 174: A Lonely Hose
A lonely firehose sits all rolled up at the curb during a demonstration at the Muster at the Chicago Fire Academy last weekend.
Day 173:Chicago Marine Safety Station
Chicago Marine Safety Station [CMSS}.. It accomodates Chicago Marine Police, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and the United States Coast Guard. The CMSS was renovated in 2005 .. and now includes.. – High-tech computerized command center, – Joint Operations … Continue reading
Day 172: Training House
This is the training house inside the Chicago Fire Academy. The sign on the outside says “Thru these doors pass the best damn firefighters in the country”.
Day 171: Water Tower No. 2
This is the Water Tower No. 2. One of 3 left in Chicago, this truck was in action from the mid 1920’s- late 1960’s and can be seen on display at the Fire Museum of Greater Chicago. This truck has … Continue reading
Showcasing Chicago One Image at a Time 