On February 6, 1923, L 142 was hit by an LIRR express train at a dangerous crossing - Rockaway Blvd and Atlantic Ave - while responding to an alarm. 3 FFs lost their lives and 2 FFs were injured.
FF John F. Dunne L 142
FF Michael Hanley L 142
LT James Griffin E 285 (detailed L 142) - died from injuries Feb 7, 1923
Also injured:
FF Adolph Lasch - critically injured
FF William J. Mine
The deceased firefighters left 3 wives and 11 children
RIP. Never forget.
FF John F. Dunne L 142
FF Michael Hanley L 142
LT James Griffin E 285 (detailed L 142) - died from injuries Feb 7, 1923
Also injured:
FF Adolph Lasch - critically injured
FF William J. Mine
The deceased firefighters left 3 wives and 11 children
RIP. Never forget.
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