Firefighter History IAFF Oath Jul 13, 2022 You, of your own free will do sincerely promise to abide by the laws of the International Association of Fire Fighters and its subordinate local of which you are a member. IAFF Officer Oath Jul 13, 2022 “I…. (Name)… do hereby sincerely pledge my honor to perform the duties of my office as prescribed by the laws of this Local, and to bear true allegiance to the INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS.  I will deliver to my successor in office all books, papers, and other property to this local that may be in my possession at the close of my official term. History of the Maltese Cross Jul 22, 2011 History of the Maltese Cross The Maltese cross is known around the world as a symbol of the fire service. It is often seen painted on fire trucks, on the clothing of firefighters, depicted on firefighters badges, and is quite often the chosen design of firefighter tattoos. So where did the Maltese cross come from, and how did it get to be known as a symbol of the fire service. History of Saint Florian Jul 22, 2011   Saint Florian Patron Saint of Fire Fighters All firefighters are aware that Saint Florian is the patron Saint of firefighters. Many have purchased and are very proud to wear the Saint Florian medallion around their neck. History of the I.A.F.F. Jul 22, 2011 International Association of FireFighters History Paid fire fighters began organizing themselves into clubs and associations in the mid-19th century. Many of these groups were organized for the assistance of fire fighters who were injured on the job or for the families of fire fighters who died in the line of duty. Page Last Updated: Jul 13, 2022 (16:58:42)