The LAFD 9/11 remembrances this year were golden for me. At FHMTC we had another fine program attended by City officials, fire and police command staff, and members of the military. But at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial at Old 27’s there was an added piece that brought extra pride to a beautiful morning. Dozens of recruits from Drill Tower 40 and 81 showed up for the ceremony . . . on their day off. Like statues, young and strong standing at parade rest, their quiet display of pride in the profession and their respect for the memorial created an amazing atmosphere of more pride and goodwill felt by all. I could not have been more pleased!
Now is the time for the rest of us to restore our tradition and show our pride. Please join us as we honor our own fallen on October 8th at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial.
By Chaplain George Negrete
Photos by Issac Burke @ 27’s and Greg Doyle @ 88’s