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The Heroic Adventures of the John J. Harvey

By Maira Kalman
Originally launched in 1931, the John J. Harvey was once the largest and most powerful fireboat of her time, protecting the waters of New York City for decades before proudly retiring. But a hero's job is never truly done. On September 11, 2001, when tragedy struck and the fire hydrants at Ground Zero became inoperable, the city desperately needed help. The fire department called the old John J. Harvey back into action. Pumping water straight from the Hudson River, the volunteer crew used sledgehammers to jam soda bottles and wood into broken nozzles just to keep the hoses working. Working tirelessly alongside the firefighters, this historic boat pumped vital water to the disaster site. Experience the deeply inspiring, true story of an underdog boat and the brave people who proved that courage and community can shine even on the darkest of days.
Cities Courage History Non-Fiction Teamwork Vehicles Picture Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 48 Pages
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