Firefighter Responds at the World Trade Center           

Marianne McCormack is pictured in front of rumble and ruins post 9/11/01.  The work of firefighters, and other public employees, was crucial following this tragedy.  Women and men alike aided in both rescuing and recovery during and after this event.  Many hands were needed and involvement of Academy members was absolutely pivotal. 

To read more about the crucial role that females played in the FDNY during, before, and after 9/11/01, visit LaborArts’ Women Firefighters in New York City. 

NOTE: You said to steer clear of links to news sites, but this Huff Post article is pretty relevant to topic of photo/caption… if you don’t want it included, totally fine, just figured I’d let you have a look. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/09/07/brenda-berkman-women-9-11_n_951726.html

Also might be interesting to link to this book? LMK what you think…