My wife, upon hearing this week's theme, knew exactly what my post should be about, and I agreed.
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On December 3, 1999, a fire broke out in a warehouse in Worcester, Massachusetts. Tragically, six Firefighters lost their lives battling the terrible blaze.
Lieutenant Thomas Spencer, 42; Firefighter James Lyons, 34; Firefighter Paul Brotherton, 41; Firefighter Timothy Jackson, 51; Firefighter Jeremiah Lucey, 38; Firefighter Joseph McGuirk, 38.
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This fire hit close to home for us, literally. We live in a smaller town that borders Worcester. These were firemen in our community, and it was a truly shocking, sad, horrible time. I cannot believe it will be ten years this December.
I don't want to post a long summary of that day's events, or pictures of the fire. Instead, here are some links to more comprehensive sites you can view.
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The Fallen Heroes
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Worcester Telegram & Gazette - Warehouse Tragedy
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The Worcester Firefighters' Remembrance Wall Unveiled
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The Worcester Fire Fighters Memorial Photo Gallery
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The Leary Firefighters Foundation
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Wikipedia Page on The Worcester Cold Storage Fire
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Our deepest gratitude goes to these six men, who gave their lives for their community, and for all fire fighters who do the same every day.
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