Medal
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2012.241.16
Dimensions: 17.5 in X 2 in X 0.125 in
Dimensions (Metric): 44.45 cm X 5.08 cm X 0.3175 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 44.45 cm X 5.08 cm X 0.3175 cm
Source: Janet Brown
Credit Line: Gift of Michael and Janet Brown
Keywords
First Responders
New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
Victim Personal Property
Victim Personal Property: Athletics, Hobbies, and Skills
Victims
First Responders
New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
Victim Personal Property
Victim Personal Property: Athletics, Hobbies, and Skills
Victims
Description
New York City Marathon medal belonging to Patrick John Brown. The medal hangs from a ribbon resembling the American flag with red and white stripes and a blue stripe with white dots. The medal features the Marathon logo for 1989, which includes the skyline with the Twin Towers and text: "TWENTIETH | NEW YORK CITY | MARATHON | 1989."
New York City Marathon medal belonging to Patrick John Brown. The medal hangs from a ribbon resembling the American flag with red and white stripes and a blue stripe with white dots. The medal features the Marathon logo for 1989, which includes the skyline with the Twin Towers and text: "TWENTIETH | NEW YORK CITY | MARATHON | 1989."
Historical Notes
Oak Park, Illinois, native Patrick Brown lived in Manhattan. He had a psychology degree and karate black belt. Paddy became a U.S. Marine at 17, serving in Vietnam and rising to sergeant. He joined the FDNY in 1977 and was among its most decorated members. On September 11, Captain Brown responded with Ladder Company 3 and was last heard on a phone call from the North Tower’s 35th floor. He was 48 years old.
Oak Park, Illinois, native Patrick Brown lived in Manhattan. He had a psychology degree and karate black belt. Paddy became a U.S. Marine at 17, serving in Vietnam and rising to sergeant. He joined the FDNY in 1977 and was among its most decorated members. On September 11, Captain Brown responded with Ladder Company 3 and was last heard on a phone call from the North Tower’s 35th floor. He was 48 years old.
Curator's Comment
Captain Patrick “Paddy” Brown’s career with the FDNY spanned 24 years. Adept at many sports, he maintained his athleticism both inside and outside the firehouse. A New York Metro Golden Gloves boxer, yoga practitioner, and avid runner who participated in six marathons, Brown was also dedicated to karate. “Pat never did anything halfway,” recalled his sister-in-law, Janet. “He did everything he was involved with 100 percent."
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Captain Patrick “Paddy” Brown’s career with the FDNY spanned 24 years. Adept at many sports, he maintained his athleticism both inside and outside the firehouse. A New York Metro Golden Gloves boxer, yoga practitioner, and avid runner who participated in six marathons, Brown was also dedicated to karate. “Pat never did anything halfway,” recalled his sister-in-law, Janet. “He did everything he was involved with 100 percent."
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