Event Brief
Legacy Six firefighters honored with plaque in St. Pete
Filed: Jun 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Summary: Six pioneering Black firefighters recognized with plaques at St. Pete Fire Rescue HQ after breaking racial barriers in the 1970s.
WHO: Legacy Six firefighters; St. Petersburg Fire Rescue leadership and community attendees
WHAT: A tribute ceremony recognizing six pioneering Black firefighters with plaques
WHEN: Jun 29, 2026 at 6:02 PM ET
WHERE: St. Petersburg Fire Rescue headquarters, St. Petersburg, FL
WHY: The men were honored for breaking racial barriers and their combined more than 180 years of service to the community.
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