SCULPTURE by John Banks

2002, 21' high x 32' diameter.

Bronze helmet and axe three times life size making the axe 9' long.

Detail of firefighter's helmet.

The artist finishing the sculpture titled "Symbol of a Fallen Firefighter."

Detail of the 5" aluminum rail mounted on real 5" hose couplings.

Dedication plaque.

List of the 12 Southern Nevada fire departments.

Firefighter's prayer. Author Unknown.

First responder's prayer by Sgt. George Hahn L.A.P.D. (retired).

Continuing list of fallen heroes.

Artist statement.

The artist John Thomas Banks in 2002. Firefighter, engineer, HAZMAT technician Las Vegas Fire and Rescue 1978 to 2009.