CARTER, James E.

March 24, 1970 Box No. 3621 sounded & Engine Co.No. 7 was dispatched to investigate a reported fire in a 3-story dwelling . Upon arrival, the rest of the box was requested. Pump Operator James E. Carter was busy hooking up to the nearest hydrant when he suddenly collapsed & was transported to Maryland General Hospital. Sadly, he died an hour after arriving.

Pump Operator James Eugene Carter, a Veteran of the United States Navy, was 43 years old and had served in the fire department for 20 years.