Dallas Fire Lt John Hampton: Fireman

Описание: Fireman

Paul Harvey’s Fireman speech, a tribute to firefighters, which details the risks, sacrifices, and dedication involved in the profession from their perspective. The speech highlights the demanding nature of the job, the dangers they face, the bond they share, and the inherent desire to run into danger to help others.
Listening to this story reminds me of the noble profession and also reminds me of the many friends I now have with the Dallas Fire Department.
In doing the Bridging the Divide podcast and being a member of the Assist the Officer Foundation I have had the pleasure of sitting down to have deep meaningful conversations with so many firefighters and each time I walk away learning something new about the profession and the sacrifices they make.
We have a coming soon episode with LT. Johnnie Hampton and I have to admit that there were tears and different waves of emotions as we really tried to make his episode special .
Lt. Hampton retired, after 25 years, in July of 2025 after serving the Dallas Fire Department with class, honor, and a legacy of mentorship and leadership.
A year earlier, on July 21st, engine 11 fell over forty feet from the overpass and Hamp and his team were injured. Hampton was pinned for over 45 mins as his Dallas Fire family worked frantically to save him so he could return home to his wife.
We are honored to be able to tell his story for his family and friends……..