Patch
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2010.388.20
Dimensions: 4.25 in X 4.25 in
Dimensions (Metric): 10.795 cm X 10.795 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 10.795 cm X 10.795 cm
Source: Dawn Picciano
Credit Line: Gift of Dawn Picciano in memory of Frankie Esposito
Description
Memorial patch created in memory of Francis Esposito. The patch has a bald eagle in the center with an American flag and embroidered text at the top: "NORTH SHORE TRUCKIN'." At the bottom is an embroidered yellow banner with the FDNY logo in the center and "TL | 79" embroidered in red.
Memorial patch created in memory of Francis Esposito. The patch has a bald eagle in the center with an American flag and embroidered text at the top: "NORTH SHORE TRUCKIN'." At the bottom is an embroidered yellow banner with the FDNY logo in the center and "TL | 79" embroidered in red.
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.
