What does BHBD mean in DUTCH

BHBD stands for Behoud Historisch Brandweermaterieel Doorn, which translates to "Preserve Historical Firefighting Equipment of Doorn". It is a Dutch non-profit organization based in the town of Doorn that works to preserve historic firefighting equipment.

BHBD collects old firefighting equipment from various sources, such as former firefighters or towns, and restore them to their original condition. The items are then used for educational purposes like demonstrating how firefighting has evolved over time. They also organize events where people can learn about the history of firefighting with the help of these artifacts.

BHBD operates mainly in the Netherlands but they also have events and activities going on outside the country as well. The group primarily focuses its efforts in the town of Doorn where it was founded but they welcome inquiries from anywhere around the world.

BHBD is managed by a team of volunteer members who are passionate about preserving historical firefighting equipment and sharing it with others through educational activities and events. The group consists of current or former firefighters, historians, technicians, or citizens who have an interest in protecting this type of cultural heritage.

The main activity organized by BHDB is an event called "De Brandweer Vuur Oefening" (Fire Drill). This event showcases historic pieces from all over Europe, offering visitors insight into how firefighting has evolved over time and allowing them to interact with authentic tools used for centuries before modern technology took shape. Additionally, they regularly host exhibitions featuring photographs depicting past fires, talks about famous firefighters throughout history, and more.