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You want to see heroism? Look at the FDNY.

Midtown Tribune Editorial Staff

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You want to see heroism? Look at the FDNY.

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After 343 FDNY members made the ultimate sacrifice on 9/11, thousands more began the search for survivors. They spent months at Ground Zero searching, caring for their fellow New Yorkers and helping our city recover from this unspeakable tragedy. Today, FDNY Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore reminds us to Never Forget and carry forward the courage and sacrifice of those who came before us. *This video contains images from the WTC attack that some viewers might find triggering.*

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The FDNY demonstrated heroism on September 11, 2001 when 343 members made ultimate sacrifices at Ground Zero during rescue and recovery efforts.

Key facts

  • FDNY members responded to the 9/11 attacks
  • 343 firefighters died in the WTC attack
  • Survivors were rescued by FDNY personnel
  • Firefighters cared for injured civilians at Ground Zero
  • The search and recovery efforts lasted months
  • Commissioner Lillian Bonsignore emphasized remembering those who sacrificed

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What did the FDNY do on September 11, 2001?
FDNY members responded to the attacks by rescuing survivors and caring for injured civilians at Ground Zero. They also spent months in search and recovery efforts.

How many FDNY members died during the WTC attack on September 11, 2001?
343 FDNY members lost their lives during the World Trade Center attack on September 11, 2001.

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