Vise-Grip, Recovered
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2011.1036.1
Dimensions: 7.5 in X 2.25 in X 0.5 in
Dimensions (Metric): 19.05 cm X 5.715 cm X 1.27 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 19.05 cm X 5.715 cm X 1.27 cm
Source: Nancy Cimei
Credit Line: Gift of the family in memory of Michael D. D'Auria
Description
Recovered metal vise-grip, or locking pliers, belonging to Michael D. D'Auria. The tool is tarnished and rusted.
Recovered metal vise-grip, or locking pliers, belonging to Michael D. D'Auria. The tool is tarnished and rusted.
Historical Notes
Brooklyn-born Michael D’Auria lived in Great Kills, Staten Island. Too young for the FDNY exam when he finished high school, he trained as a chef and worked in area restaurants. When he later took the exam—and earned a perfect score—Michael was assigned to Engine Company 40. On the job for nine weeks on September 11, Firefighter D’Auria responded to the Twin Towers with his unit. He was 25 years old.
Brooklyn-born Michael D’Auria lived in Great Kills, Staten Island. Too young for the FDNY exam when he finished high school, he trained as a chef and worked in area restaurants. When he later took the exam—and earned a perfect score—Michael was assigned to Engine Company 40. On the job for nine weeks on September 11, Firefighter D’Auria responded to the Twin Towers with his unit. He was 25 years old.
