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Firefighter Kenneth Watson
Kenneth Watson, 39, was an ironworker for 8 years building skyscrapers in New York while he waited for a slot to open in the FDNY. His father had been a firefighter. No fan of paperwork, Watson was happy being part … Continue reading →
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Firefighter Michael Roberts
There were two Michael Edward Roberts in the FDNY, both 31, both killed on 9/11. The only time the families met was at their funerals. His badge number (6611) had been passed through his family for years. It was first … Continue reading →
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Firefighter John Florio
John Florio, 33, was very athletic and “built like a box of bricks.” He was made starting halfback the first time he tried out for the FDNY’s football team. He kept in shape by pumped iron to Metallica. A huge … Continue reading →
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Lt. Carl Bedigian
Lt. Carl Bedigian, 35, was an electrician with the Transit Authority for a dozen years before joining the FDNY. He was assigned to Engine Company 214 which shares “The Nuthouse” with Ladder 111 in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. Several years earlier Bedigian … Continue reading →
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