Kenneth W. Bishop rescued James G. P. McAdia from burning, Vegreville, Alberta, March 30, 1974. In a highway collision, MeAdie, 43, was severely injured and thrown from the tanker he was driving. Bishop, 28, truckdriver, approached the wreckage to give aid. There was an explosive eruption of flames as the gasoline escaping from the tanker ignited with such force that Bishop was propelled some distance away. Despite intense heat, Bishop made his way to McAdie and removed him from the area of the flames. As a result of his actions, Bishop sustained extensive burns. Both he and McAdie recovered. 54169-6144
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