Milton C. Alford, RIP COH
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Milton C. Alford: The Flame That Opened Doors
Houston is a city shaped by heroes — some in uniforms, some in boardrooms, and others whose greatest legacy was simply being first. On May 6, 2025, Houston bid farewell to one such pioneer: Milton C. Alford, the first Black firefighter in Houston Fire Department history. He passed away at the age of 97, leaving behind a blazing legacy of courage, resilience, and public service.
