Called to Duty

To protect life and property is a Firefighter’s duty. On December 29th,1981 at 6:12pm Terry Brown and Dana Fuller were called to duty when a fire erupted at the Star Hotel in Bellows Falls, VT.
Using never before seen archival photos, the producers Mike Smith, Sue Smith, Marty Gallagher, and Alex Stradling tell the stories of the night of Star Hotel Fire; the rescues of the occupants trapped by the fire, the bravery of the firefighters, the leadership challenge of the new Fire Chief, and the tragic loss of two young men.

This program is an independent production, and the content herein, including all views and opinions, is the sole responsibility of the producer. The material presented does not reflect the views of Falls Area Community Television (FACT), nor does it represent the perspectives of FACT’s staff or board of directors. As a public access television provider, FACT values and upholds the principle of free speech, recognizing its foundational role in a democratic society. While the content of this program is not endorsed by FACT, we support the right to free expression, understanding that the protection of diverse viewpoints is essential, even in cases where there is disagreement.

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February 2, 2024In FACT TV Films, Recent Videos