Martin Nowak discovered a fascinating website called The FC Connection, which is dedicated to the history and legacy of the Jeep FC series—also known as forward control fire trucks. Among the site's rich collection of historical posts, there are several photographs and stories featuring units from the Chicago area. You can click on each heading to view the original pages directly from The FC Connection.
**Tri-State FPD FC-170 DRW**
![Tri-State FPD FC Jeep fire engine]()
from the FC Connection.
![Tri-State FPD FC Jeep fire engine]()
from the FC Connection.
**FC Jeeps in the Chicago Fire Department**
These vintage fire engines played an important role in the city’s firefighting history. Their unique design made them highly maneuverable, especially in tight urban spaces.
**Chicago Jeep Pressure Unit**
![Chicago FD FC Jeep Pressure unit]()
from the FC Connection.
This pressure unit was one of the early models used by the Chicago Fire Department, showcasing the practicality and durability of the FC series.
**More Chicago Fire Department FC Jeeps featured in Popular Science Magazine**
![historic Chicago FD truck photos]()
from the FC Connection.
The FC Jeeps were even featured in *Popular Science* magazine, highlighting their significance in the evolution of emergency vehicles.
**Waukegan Fire Department Forward Control Jeep engine**
![Waukegan FD FC Jeep]()
from the FC Connection.
This Waukegan FD vehicle is another example of how the FC design influenced fire departments across the Midwest. These trucks represent a key chapter in the history of American firefighting equipment.
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