| Sponsored by: |
|
|
|
The Butcher's Bill
by Tom LaBelle
Sponsored by Globe |
Tom LaBelle currently serves as a Lt. with the Wynantskill, N.Y., Fire Department and is a third generation firefighter, first generation volunteer. He has been employed by the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs since 1995. Prior to joining NYSAFC, Lt. LaBelle served as the Legislative Director for the New York State Assembly’s Sub Committee on Fire Protection Services. Tom provides support for career and volunteer departments from the nations largest to smallest. He currently sits on the Fire Advisory Board of Thompson/Delmar Learning. The column title, "The Butcher's Bill," originates from the British military, which after a battle would evaluate the success of their campaign. First, they would see if they had met their overall strategic objective. Then, they would review their tactics; most notably they would look at the numbers killed and wounded. They referred to this as "The Butcher's Bill." Tom can be reached via email at Tom.Labelle@FireRescue1.com.
Contact Tom LaBelle with any comments or questions via email at Tom.Labelle@FireRescue1.com.
|
| Today's Top Stories |
| Thursday, September 9, 2010 |
Cuts blamed as winds fuel fire burning 2 dozen Detroit homes
Colo. wildfire's toll of destroyed structures rises to 92
Police use stun gun on Pa. man attempting to save pets from fire
Texas firefighters make rescues amid flooding
Chilling procedure helps Tenn. firefighters treat patients
House to vote again on bill to aid 9/11 responders
| FireRescue1 Exclusive |
 |
| Katrina: A Freight Train Screamin' |
| With the fifth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina passing recently, read an excerpt from a book that honors a firefighter who had a key role in responding to the disaster |
Full Story 
Past Exclusives
|
|
