Firefighter Record
Firefighter Details
| Name | John Michels |
| Agency | Chicago Fire Department |
| Rank | Pipeman |
| Type of Firefighter | Career |
| Age Range | [Unknown] |
| Sex | Male |
| Date of Birth | 0/0/0 |
| Date of Death | 4/3/1890 |
| Cause of Death | Stress/Overexertion |
| Nature of Death | Heart attack |
| Attribute of Death | [not applicable] |
| Type of Duty | Firefighting operations |
Incident Summary
On April 3, 1890, Chicago Fire Department Pipeman John Michels died in the line of duty after suffering a heart attack while in performance of his duties at a fire.
Michels was a member of Engine Company No. 30.
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