Teamster Hero, 1966

Teamsters have a long history of heroism on the job. Teamster Ernest S. McBride was honored by the city of Long Beach, Calif. for saving three children from an apartment fire in 1966. McBride, a member of Local 88, ran into the apartment and gathered the children when he heard screams while working at the apartment complex. McBride earned a good-citizen commendation from the city for his efforts.