Rare Footage of Jacksonville's deadliest day, December 29th, 1963. The day of the Roosevelt Hotel Fire in Downtown Jacksonville which claimed the life of JFD Chief James Romedy.
While 21 people died, the Jacksonville Fire Department saved 475 people.
I appreciate being able to see such an incredible piece of Jacksonville's history. My father was a member of a volunteer organization, the Jacksonville Emergency Corps, and participated in rescue efforts during this disaster and for a brief moment in the film I was able to spot him. He passed away a few years ago and seeing this was very special.
I appreciate being able to see such an incredible piece of Jacksonville's history. My father was a member of a volunteer organization, the Jacksonville Emergency Corps, and participated in rescue efforts during this disaster and for a brief moment in the film I was able to spot him. He passed away a few years ago and seeing this was very special.
rocker777888 2 weeks ago
Is that Chief Gary Keys at 9:02? Sure looks like him.
gracebeliever 1 month ago