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“Retire? I don't know what that word means. As long as a man is able to work and he's productive out there and he feels good - keep at it.”

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Red Adair
Red Adair

Red Adair (June 18, 1915 - August 7, 2004) was an American firefighter and legend in the oil industry, known as the "oil well firefighter hero." Born in Houston, Texas, he dedicated his life to extinguishing dangerous oil well fires and blowouts. He founded Red Adair Co., which became one of the world's leading oil well firefighting companies. His work took him to oil fields across the United States, Middle East, Africa, and beyond, making him a legendary figure in global petroleum industry safety. more

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