The activity of Prince Alexander Lvov, one of the founders and chairman of the Imperial Fire Society, founder of the Strelna fire brigade, is analyzed, his biography and pedigree are given, his role in the development and formation of the fire protection of the Russian Empire is noted. Documents on the death and burial of the «Fiery Prince» are presented.
empire, prince, magazine «Firefighting», fire brigade, fire, extinguishing, guardianship, death certificate
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