Welcome to the Manhattan Fire Department's Retired Firefighters Association web page. It is dedicated to the firefighters who served the citizens of Manhattan, Kansas during their careers.

Manhattan is located in Northeast Kansas just north off of Interstate 70 and is home to Kansas State University and adjacent to Fort Riley. The Manhattan Fire Department provided emergency services to citizens in Manhattan, K.S.U., and parts of Riley County.

"Old Engine 1" 1947 American LaFrance Model 700 Pumper

1800's Hose Cart restored by wheelwright David Suhling

Lt. David Soper Retires after 32 years of service to Manhattan

David Soper with his wife Deb and family members

Click Here for Additonal Retirement Party Pictures

Additional Retiree Pictures

To submit events, pictures, articles, or comments please email: Chuck Tannehill

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Updated August 13, 2008