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Creative => Story-Telling => Topic started by: Bill Blackhurst on November 30, 2008, 01:16:08
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I would like to take time to say that this 5th & final part of my photo story “Playmobil City Fire Department has a fallen hero. PART 5” has been most difficult to complete. It has taxed my memory extensively in regards to proper department etiquette, & procedures, along with bringing back tearful events whose pain is as raw today as they were in the 20 years of volunteering for this type of adrenaline rush caused by being a firefighter, & an EMT.
I have attempted to be as lifelike, honorable, & respectful concerning the material in this following story as my memory of past events will allow me to be. I have attempted to not be overly detailed, but just highlighting some of the procedures carried out here in the USA mostly because this is an International forum, & these types of events are handled differently world wide. I hope I have achieved my task. It is sad but this is an actual event in real life that occurs all too often in this line of work. Please be sure to give thanks to the individuals that risk their lives everyday so others may live, & be safe.
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A rare view of the departed in full dress uniform before having the casket draped with the US flag.
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Honor guard unit with members paying respect.
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Another view.
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And another view.
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Tolling of the bell, three sets of five.
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"Missing Man" Fly-by formation.
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Funeral procession pausing at Firefighter 2354's assigned station District 2 Station 3.
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View showing the flag at half staff with Engine E231 displaying its vehicle bunting.
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Apparatus in the procession.
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View showing District 2 Station 3's building bunting.
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Engine E231 going underneath the Crossed Ladder Arch.
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Ariel view of the Crossed Ladder Arch.
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Playmobil City Fire Department members following the caisson.
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Overview of the procession.
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A view of Playmobil City citizens showing their respects.
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Officers, & the honor guard unit.
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Overview of the officers, honor guard unit, & caisson.
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Playmobil City citizens paying their respects.
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Playmobil City Police Department Station 2 personnel standing at attention.
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Another view of the Crossed Ladder Arch.
Shortly after this sad event, Playmobil City Fire Department Arson Investigtion Units reviewed the digital pictures that were photographed two days before this tragic event. The photos revealed the large hole that was cut in the third floor to route the fire suppression system water pipes had been done without notifying the proper building code inspectors after the documentation photos were taken. The construction company was fined a sustantial safety violation fine, & lost their contract to continue work on the project. The second violation was issued due to there not being any safety barricades put in place to prevent accidents like the one that took the life of firefighter #2354. The two construction workers that were arrested are still in jail trying to raise bail. This is the finale of this photo story.
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Wow Bill, I am speechless. That story was beautifully put together and photographed (your attention to detail being first rate as were the scene compositions), this project also highlighted how complete the Playmobil line is in its ability to bring stories to life (in the right hands).
It was a sad tale to be sure but was well told and ably illustrated and I thank you for the time and energy you spent in bringing it to us.
Gepetto
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Wow Bill, I am speechless. That story was beautifully put together and photographed (your attention to detail being first rate as were the scene compositions), this project also highlighted how complete the Playmobil line is in its ability to bring stories to life (in the right hands).
It was a sad tale to be sure but was well told and ably illustrated and I thank you for the time and energy you spent in bringing it to us.
Gepetto
Thank you Gepetto! I hope I have done this project in a honorable fashion. Thanks to Playmobil's attention to detail as you stated, the possibilities in photo stories are endless.
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Hello Bill,
Thank you for sharing your story with us. A very touching end captured with care and thoughtfulness. As allways the little details stood out really well. I noticed how neatly the flag was folded on the casket, just like in real life it had been folded with the up most care. I liked how the appliance was 'dressed' up for the occasion and how the coffin (casket) was carried on the roof. The crossed ladders was also a very nice touch. I am guessing the helmet will be returned to the family along with the flag ? Is this correct Bill ?
All in all a truly wonderfull story from beginning to end, captured in stunning detail. I really am looking forward to seeing your next masterpiece :wow:
Tim
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Hello Bill,
Thank you for sharing your story with us. A very touching end captured with care and thoughtfulness. As allways the little details stood out really well. I noticed how neatly the flag was folded on the casket, just like in real life it had been folded with the up most care. I liked how the appliance was 'dressed' up for the occasion and how the coffin (casket) was carried on the roof. The crossed ladders was also a very nice touch. I am guessing the helmet will be returned to the family along with the flag ? Is this correct Bill ?
All in all a truly wonderfull story from beginning to end, captured in stunning detail. I really am looking forward to seeing your next masterpiece :wow:
Tim
Hello again Tim :wave: !
I am glad you enjoyed the photo story from start to finish! As for the answers to your questions, yes, the flag is folded military style, & given to the immediate family members along with the firefighters helmet. I am in the process of coming up with future photo story projects now, & getting the assigned firefighters ready to come to you for their advanced rescue tool training ;)! Thank you for all of your positive reviews ;D!
Bill
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Many thanks, Bill, for an outstanding story with excitement, tension and sadness, and all wonderfully detailed and photographed.
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Many thanks, Bill, for an outstanding story with excitement, tension and sadness, and all wonderfully detailed and photographed.
Thank you Gordon! Your experienced opinion is greatly appreciated!
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Outstanding detail BILL :wow:. I had just watched Backdraft last night on tv and i am reminded very much of the funeral sequence at the end. :'(
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Outstanding detail BILL :wow:. I had just watched Backdraft last night on tv and i am reminded very much of the funeral sequence at the end. :'(
Thank you for the positive feedback Abbot ;D! I tried to be as realistic from what I remember regarding actual events that I attended years ago using Playmobil as I could! With Playmobils attention to detail there isn't many things that can't be accomplished in making photo stories :)!
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I can almost hear the bagpipes watching the pictures. I remember attending a colleagues police funeral eight years ago when i was a constable in Scotland. As a policeman i really appreciate the work you guys do everyday.
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Bill,
You have used great detail throughout this entire series, a great job. I would like you to know that my fire department has had a moment of silence for your fallen firemen. As always, lodd's are a tragic event.
Do you know if the firefighter's fiancee will continue in the fire service?
- Ben
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Bill,
You have used great detail throughout this entire series, a great job. I would like you to know that my fire department has had a moment of silence for your fallen firemen. As always, lodd's are a tragic event.
Do you know if the firefighter's fiancee will continue in the fire service?
- Ben
Hello Ben,
Thank you for the positive review of this photo series, & for the moment of silence remembering the life of firefighter #2354. At this time it's not known whether S___ M_____ firefighter #1214 will continue in the fire service profession. She is on family crisis leave at this time. All members are currently going through intensive grief counseling including firefighter #1214 with evaluations to follow. As soon as the evaluations render favorable results, it will be her decision as to whether to continue in this line of work or not. We will support her decision with no intended pressure. As you say, Line Of Duty Deaths are always a difficult time for all those who witness, & those who have to still perform their job duties during the tragic event.
Best Wishes,
Bill
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BB, this story was truly touching, and the finale is very well done. It's sad to think how many do die in the line of duty, working hard to keep the rest of us safe. Thank you for sharing this story with us! I think most of us sometimes take these men and women for granted, but it's good to be reminded that these husbands, wives, moms, and dads, put their lives on the line for all of us! Thank you!
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BB, this story was truly touching, and the finale is very well done. It's sad to think how many do die in the line of duty, working hard to keep the rest of us safe. Thank you for sharing this story with us! I think most of us sometimes take these men and women for granted, but it's good to be reminded that these husbands, wives, moms, and dads, put their lives on the line for all of us! Thank you!
Thank you, bb! What you say is so true.
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This was a very moving story Bill,
and your finale left me utterly speechless.
Magnificent job, :wow:
and it is very unfortunate that such an event happened in real life. :(
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Thank you so much for your kind words, WoT!
It was very difficult for me to harness the raw feelings & emotions that needed to be felt by everyone who read this story, & to show respect to the situation even though it was portrayed by a very realistic toy.
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It was very difficult for me to harness the raw feelings & emotions that needed to be felt by everyone who read this story, & to show respect to the situation even though it was portrayed by a very realistic toy.
Yes but the result was so perfect Bill!!! The procession, the crossed ladders, the flag over the coffin, people watching the procession!
A great work that indeed brought out the results you wanted! Well done!
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A great finale BB. The pictures radiate so much honour. The procession with the firefighter lineup was an awesome sight to behold.
(Thank alot bb for bringing these gems to our attention)
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Yes but the result was so perfect Bill!!! The procession, the crossed ladders, the flag over the coffin, people watching the procession!
A great work that indeed brought out the results you wanted! Well done!
Thank you so much for your suppport, Panos! Since seeing these contributions being brought forth from the archives, I realize they will live in the depts of this forum hopefully forever! :prays:
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A great finale BB. The pictures radiate so much honour. The procession with the firefighter lineup was an awesome sight to behold.
(Thank alot bb for bringing these gems to our attention)
Thank you so much for your continued support Gis!
I'm glad I was able to reenact actual life events with the emotional feelings using a very realistic source, but only in miniture size!
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(Thank alot bb for bringing these gems to our attention)
You're welcome! I'll be bumping another one tonight. ;D
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Bill, your story is absolutely moving. Your attention to detail is amazing ....
I don't know what else I can say :-[
:thanks:
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Bill, your story is absolutely moving. Your attention to detail is amazing ....
I don't know what else I can say :-[
:thanks:
Thank you for your support, Jenna! Your positive affirmation is very appreciated!
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I've been absent from the forum for a week or so, but I caught up and read and saw your complete photo story. It is quite epic and filled with many emotions. Thank you for creating and sharing such a story with us, Bill. :)
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I've been absent from the forum for a week or so, but I caught up and read and saw your complete photo story. It is quite epic and filled with many emotions. Thank you for creating and sharing such a story with us, Bill. :)
Thank you very much Justindo! I'm glad you liked the series! :thanks:
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Good morning Bill :wave:
I had missed this beautiful and very moving tribute to these heroes of our everyday lives :love:
This really is very touching !
Karim :)
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Good morning Bill :wave:
I had missed this beautiful and very moving tribute to these heroes of our everyday lives :love:
This really is very touching !
Karim :)
Thank you for your kind support, Karim! Your contributions of exquisite Victorian masterpieces are gems that will live forever here, also!