Footprints of Assurance is a comprehensive and complete record o f the fire marks used by fire insurance companies in sixty-three countries.  These insignia themselves tell the story of the development of one of the world's most economic institutions.  The authors introduces some of the men who have been responsible for the growth of the institution.  

Collectors of fire marks will find this volume to be an indispensable guide.  There are nearly 1800 fire marks in half tone vignettes each with a caption giving a full description of the mark and date of the organization of each company.  

First Printing