Screwdriver, Recovered
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2011.1443.1
Dimensions: 8 in X 1 in X 1 in
Dimensions (Metric): 20.32 cm X 2.54 cm X 2.54 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 20.32 cm X 2.54 cm X 2.54 cm
Source: Nancy Kumpel
Credit Line: Gift of the Kumpel Family in memory of Firefighter Kenneth B. Kumpel
Description
Recovered screwdriver belonging to Kenneth Bruce Kumpel. The nose and shaft of the screwdriver are rusted and partially corroded. The handle has a plastic orange grip with the initials "K K" faintly visible on the handle.
Recovered screwdriver belonging to Kenneth Bruce Kumpel. The nose and shaft of the screwdriver are rusted and partially corroded. The handle has a plastic orange grip with the initials "K K" faintly visible on the handle.
Historical Notes
Kenneth Kumpel was born in Schenectady, New York. A handyman, he often worked on the Cornwall home where he lived with his wife, Nancy, and their two sons. He also spent free time on the Hudson River in the family boat, known as Batboat. A 10-year FDNY veteran, Kenneth was a member of Ladder Company 25. On September 11, Firefighter Kumpel and his unit responded to the Twin Towers. He was 42 years old.
Kenneth Kumpel was born in Schenectady, New York. A handyman, he often worked on the Cornwall home where he lived with his wife, Nancy, and their two sons. He also spent free time on the Hudson River in the family boat, known as Batboat. A 10-year FDNY veteran, Kenneth was a member of Ladder Company 25. On September 11, Firefighter Kumpel and his unit responded to the Twin Towers. He was 42 years old.
