National Fire Heritage Center Inducts 2022 Legends

The National Fire Heritage Center (NFHC) Fire and Emergency Services Hall of Legends, Legacies, and Leaders (HLLL) provides individual recognition of significant contributions and distinguished service to the fire and emergency services mission. The NFHC and the virtual “Hall” are in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Nominees had to have completed at least 25 years of service and been known in the national/international fire service arena.

This year’s inductees are Robert C. Andrews Jr., Meri-K Appy, Stephen P. Austin, Robert J. Brady Sr., Randy R. Bruegman, Dr. Kelvin J. Cochran, Harry E. Diezel, William D. Killen, Roger A. McGary, Patricia T. Mieszala, Donald B. Moltrup, Pamela A. Powell, and Ronald J. Siarnicki.

The 2022 inductees were recognized at FDIC International Opening Ceremony Day 2 in Indianapolis.

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