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Photo of the Week: Calif. firefighters rescue Old Glory

Fresno firefighters help a widow fly the American flag

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By FireRescue1 Staff

FRESNO, Calif. — Members of Fresno Engine Company 14 and Ladder Company 18 responded to a citizen’s call for help with her late husband’s flag pole.

In a short time, the firefighters had Old Glory flying once again.


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