On May 15, 326 Probationary Firefighters graduated from the FDNY Fire Academy in Brooklyn, marking the addition of new recruits to New York City's elite firefighting team. Among the graduates was Joseph J. Angelini III, whose father and grandfather died in the 9/11 attacks, highlighting a poignant family legacy. FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker urged the graduates to honor their profession, emphasizing the importance of respect for their work. The diversity within the class was notable, with a significant percentage of graduates identifying as people of color, reflecting a step towards inclusivity in the department.
FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker emphasized the honor of belonging to the worldâs greatest fire department, urging the new recruits to respect their work and the tradition they join.
Joseph J. Angelini III, the third generation in a family of firefighters lost in the September 11 attacks, celebrates his family's legacy while aspiring to carve out his own commendable career.
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