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In a fire protection career spanning 52, Dr. Harry E. Hickey influenced many people in the fire service, academia, insurance and research, as an authority in topics such as hydraulics and public protection. Dr. Hickey was initially inspired to fire protection service by his family. Born on September 3rd, 1930 in Fredonia, New York to Mr. and Mrs. E...
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