Description: Colorado Wildland Firefighter Baseball Hat Cap Vlcro Strapback. Great Collectible Piece! This hat is used and has been worn. Sold AS-IS in Good Preowned Used Condition. There is a white smudge on the front of the bill. The bill has been curved. One Size Fits All with a Vlcro Strap Back Adjustment. Great Collectible Hat! Please see the pictures for best description of Condition! Let us know if you have any questions! A bit of History: Wildland firefighting in Colorado has a long and storied history, dating back to the early settlements in the state. The rugged terrain, dense forest, and dry climate make Colorado prone to wildfires, necessitating a dedicated force of firefighters to combat these natural disasters. In the early days of Colorado's history, firefighting efforts were primarily carried out by local communities and volunteers. These firefighters often relied on basic tools such as shovels, buckets, and axes to control and extinguish wildfires. Their efforts were often met with limited success due to the lack of resources and organization. It was not until the late 19th century that more formalized wildland firefighting efforts began to take shape in Colorado. The United States Forest Service was established in 1905, and it played a significant role in the development of wildland firefighting practices and the formation of specialized firefighting crews. One of the notable milestones in the history of Colorado's wildland firefighting was the establishment of the Colorado Division of Fire Control and Prevention (DFCP) in 1939. This agency was responsible for coordinating wildfire suppression efforts across the state and providing training and equipment to firefighters. Over the years, Colorado has experienced many devastating wildfires, including the dangerous South Canyon Fire in 1994, which claimed the lives of 14 wildland firefighters. This tragedy led to improved safety standards and protocols for wildland firefighters in the state. Today, Colorado has a robust network of wildland fire agencies and specialized firefighting crews, including hotshot crews, smokejumpers, Type 2 hand crews, and interagency incident management teams. These brave firefighters are trained in advanced fire suppression techniques and utilize modern equipment and technology to effectively combat wildfires. The state also has numerous wildland firefighting resources at its disposal, including aircraft for aerial firefighting, fire engines, and specialized equipment like bulldozers and water tenders. Colorado's wildland firefighters work tirelessly to protect lives, property, and the state's natural resources. Their dedication and bravery in the face of dangerous and unpredictable wildfires have played a significant role in minimizing damage and saving lives. Condition: This hat is used and has been worn. Sold AS-IS in Good Preowned Used Condition. There is a white smudge on the front of the bill. The bill has been curved. One Size Fits All with a Vlcro Strap Back Adjustment. Please see pictures for best description of condition! Let us know if you have any questions! Measurements: Bill is 3 1/8” Deep. One Size Fits All with Vlcro strap back. Shipping: This piece will be packed with care in a 10”x 8” x 6” box and shipped USPS Ground Advantage. We Combine Shipping on Multiple Purchases! We purchase our items from private collections, estate sales, flea markets, swap meets and of course antique shops! We only purchase items that are in great to excellent condition, and in some cases we will purchase a useful part that completes an item you may be looking for. We sell used or new vintage/antique items. We are not experts on anything. We buy whatever catches our eye 👀. Our passion is searching and researching. If we learn something new when researching we will share and we hope that if you have any information you will share as well. We constantly find and post new items. We do our best to include all information about each item in the description as well as the many pictures. Please see our pictures as they are part of the description. If you feel like Swag Antiques has not provided 5 ⭐️ star service please contact us BEFORE leaving feedback. We love ❤️ to hear from you. We want you to be happy with your purchase! We carefully package your item(s) and ship via USPS, UPS or eBay Global 🌎. Please pay within 48 hours after auction ends so we can ship ASAP! We ship same day or very next morning. 📦 Add us to your favorites for up to the moment SWAG notifications - new stuff ❤️. Please contact us with any questions. Happy Hunting! Swag Antiques 🦋 Make us an Offer!
Price: 14 USD
Location: Westcliffe, Colorado
End Time: 2024-12-28T21:32:00.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Fire department
Department: Unisex Adults
Size: One Size
Color: Multicolor
Style: Baseball Cap
Material: Cotton
Country/Region of Manufacture: Taiwan
Vintage: No