Lapel Pin
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2019.37.2
Dimensions: 1.25 in X 1 in X 0.375 in
Dimensions (Metric): 3.175 cm X 2.54 cm X 0.9525 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 3.175 cm X 2.54 cm X 0.9525 cm
Source: Jeffery Kuroghlian
Credit Line: Gift of S.A. Jeffery Kuroghlian
Description
Lapel pin created in memory of Leonard W. Hatton, Jr., depicting the FBI seal with the Twin Towers in front. “Zebra 24” is printed in gold-colored raised text on a black sash wrapped over the towers. “SA LEONARD W. HATTON | LEST WE FORGET” is printed in raised text below the towers.
Lapel pin created in memory of Leonard W. Hatton, Jr., depicting the FBI seal with the Twin Towers in front. “Zebra 24” is printed in gold-colored raised text on a black sash wrapped over the towers. “SA LEONARD W. HATTON | LEST WE FORGET” is printed in raised text below the towers.
Historical Notes
Teaneck, New Jersey native Leonard Hatton lived with his wife, JoAnne, and their four children in Ridgefield Park, where he was a volunteer firefighter. As a New York Division FBI special agent, he earned numerous commendations. Heading to work on September 11, Special Agent Hatton saw smoke and fire coming from the North Tower and joined the rescue effort. He was 45 years old.
Teaneck, New Jersey native Leonard Hatton lived with his wife, JoAnne, and their four children in Ridgefield Park, where he was a volunteer firefighter. As a New York Division FBI special agent, he earned numerous commendations. Heading to work on September 11, Special Agent Hatton saw smoke and fire coming from the North Tower and joined the rescue effort. He was 45 years old.
