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The U.S. Forest Service wildfire prevention symbol celebrates his 80th anniversary in 2024 and is still highly recognized among Americans. (Rod Bain and Forest Service historian Lincoln Branwell)
U.S. Forest Service historian Lincoln Bramwell discusses the widespread recognition of Smokey Bear as a symbol of wildfire prevention over eight decades of service.