Fire, History, and Justice: Inside 'Hell’s Hundred Acres' with Andrew Serra

In this episode of Hashing Out the Law, host Arash Hashemi sits down with Andrew Serra, a retired FDNY captain and accomplished author. They delve into Andrew's 25-year career with the New York City Fire Department, his transition to writing, and the inspiration behind his latest historical novel, 'Hell's Hundred Acres'. The conversation covers: Andrew's journey from firefighter to author. Insights into his previous works, including the 9/11 memoir, 'Finding John'. An in-depth discussion on the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire of 1911, the central event of 'Hell's Hundred Acres'. How this tragic event led to significant fire safety reforms that still impact us today. Join us for a compelling discussion that bridges history, literature, and the evolution of fire safety laws. Learn more about Andrew Serra and his work at Law Offices of Arash Hashemi 11845 W Olympic Blvd Suite 520 Los Angeles, CA 90064 Tel: (310) 448-1529

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Fire, History, and Justice: Inside 'Hell’s Hundred Acres' with Andrew Serra is an episode from Hashing Out the Law by Arash Hashemi.

This episode is 00:33:23 long.

This episode was published on Mar 26, 2025.

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