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Dennis Smith discusses his experiences as a firefighter in New York City

DURATION: 00:28:26

Synopsis

Firefighter and writer, Dennis Smith, shares some of the encounters he's had as a firefighter and discusses his book and magazine based on these experiences.

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28 minutes, 26 seconds

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Urban Life Working, Labor, Economy

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Smith, Dennis, 1940- Report from Engine Co. 82. Smith, Dennis, 1940-,-- interviewee Gate, Tommy New York City, New York WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Smith, Dennis, 1940- Firehouse Magazine

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