Button
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2011.1293.11
Dimensions: 0.125 in X 2.25 in
Dimensions (Metric): 0.3175 cm X 5.715 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 0.3175 cm X 5.715 cm
Source: Dorothy Esposito
Credit Line: Gift of the Esposito family in memory of our son & brother, Frankie
Description
Memorial button created in memory of Francis Esposito. The button depicts a photograph of Esposito in his fire helmet and printed text: "Frankie Esposito | 9-11-01."
Memorial button created in memory of Francis Esposito. The button depicts a photograph of Esposito in his fire helmet and printed text: "Frankie Esposito | 9-11-01."
Historical Notes
Staten Island native Francis Esposito lived in Tottenville with his wife, Dawn. In 1999, he achieved three of his longtime dreams. In the same month, he got married, bought a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and became an FDNY firefighter. On September 11, Firefighter Esposito responded to the World Trade Center with his unit, Engine Company 235. He was 32 years old.
Staten Island native Francis Esposito lived in Tottenville with his wife, Dawn. In 1999, he achieved three of his longtime dreams. In the same month, he got married, bought a Harley-Davidson motorcycle, and became an FDNY firefighter. On September 11, Firefighter Esposito responded to the World Trade Center with his unit, Engine Company 235. He was 32 years old.
