Hello and thanks for adding me to the site. I have started doing some research into my family tree and was happy to find that he is listed here on this site. I have attached some pictures of the medal he was awarded in 1921 I was not aware of the circumstances of him receiving it. But of course very proud of the heroic circumstances. I have never seen a picture of him and was wondering if there is a possibility of somehow finding one in some kind of service related place. If there is anyone that can help me out it would be much appreciated.
My great grandfather Captain John R Gill
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Years ago, FDNY Rescue 1 had a Buff named John Gill. John was an F.B.I. Agent and an award-winning fire photographer. He was a great man, and I had many happy times talking with John Gill. Below is one of His Photos of the Massive 1
10th Alarm fire on W- 43 St. that destroyed the quarters of Rescue 1, that had been the quarters of FDNY Engine Co. 2. Captain Bob Rainey FDNY Engine 26 retired.
10th Alarm fire on W- 43 St. that destroyed the quarters of Rescue 1, that had been the quarters of FDNY Engine Co. 2. Captain Bob Rainey FDNY Engine 26 retired.