Spent 6yrs as Captain of 23 engine . It was a beautiful house even before the renovation.The men took pride in keeping it clean.
No the building next door was a carriage house.
With these difficult times upon us, I just wanted to take a moment and remind everyone.
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Thank you to all those...
Congratulations Jimmy It was pleasure to work with you. We had many good times on Jerome Ave. You are one hell of a firemen and great person. It was my honor to call you my friend .
Wecome Mel it been a long time since I first met you. It was Sept 72 and I had just transfered in to the squad from E 96. When things settle down hope to get together with you Dan, and the boys. Your in for real treat when you get to met Willy D. bring your ear plugs.
Iruscigno I hope that my little story brought a smile and a little pride to you. I not only had the privilege of working with your Dad but also with your cousin Gary, both exceptionable firemen. Like tough Timmy (Capt. Eng. 88) his love for the job was second to the love for his family. As I...
Ask any fireman (firefighter) what is their most prized possession. .Most would say their helmet. Prior to all the new regulations, their helmet would be used throughout their career.
I got my first helmet at proby school. Carnes would come out to the rock with a special machine that...
Worked with Big John Manning, when he was Lt. in Engine 75. He could have been the inspiration for Jimmy Dean's song Big Bad John. He was one of the biggest man to ever serve in the FDNY. In the last 3 weeks E 75 has lost 3 former members Big John Manning, Dennis Gilhooly ans Cliff Dimuro. Rest...
50 years ago
I wrote this last year being the procrastinator that I am. I put this aside till now. Having talked to Chief Jack ?68JK09? and a few members of our Proby Class That it was the start of a...
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