Firefighter Tattoos

January-14-10

There are many types of firefighter tattoos to choose from. Firefighter tattoos usually reflect a firefighter’s dedication to save lives and also to honor their courage and bravery. They also serve as a memorial to remember firefighters who have lost their lives during their call of duty.
Design elements for firefighter tattoos include shields and insignia of a particular fire company, images of hope and images of danger. A lot of firefighters choose to get their local fire department issue badges and patches with their city’s significant symbol and motto. Angel wings are a popular choice to reflect hope and protection. Fire breathing dragons and demons reflect images of death and danger.

The image of St. Florian is also a popular choice. St. Florian is the patron saint of firefighters. He was sentenced to death by the Roman army because of his Christian beliefs. One of his heroic acts was his refusal to burn Christian books and churches. When threatened to be burned alive, he merely responded, “I will climb to heaven on the flames”. He was also remembered for having put out a great fire by a single bucket of water.

The Maltese cross can be seen in many fire department shields. This cross was used during the Crusades by brave band of knights who faced down an attack of fire and risked their lives to save their comrades. This cross is also a symbol of loyalty and courage.

Pin up girls are fun tattoos for firefighters who wants to throw off the stress of their dangerous job. This kind of tattoo brings sauciness to the danger of battling blaze. These girls are often illustrated wearing fire helmets with lingerie or a firefighter’s gear in purposely non professional way. Another fun tattoo for firefighters are cartoon characters like Tigger, Yosemite Sam, Tasmanian Devil and Homer Simpson are among the popular choices.

Skulls are also common in firefighter tattoos. They are usually done wearing a fireman’s hat or full skeletons decked in complete fireman gear. This reflects that firefighters know the risks of their jobs but are not afraid to take it.

Religious items are also popular among firefighter’s tattoos as well. People often get symbols of religion like the cross and the rosary to protect them from harm when they are on call of duty. Because a firefighter’s job is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, it is very common to see a firefighter with a religious symbol to make them feel safer and protected when they are performing their obligations.