Montclair Firefighters Honor Members Who Served in the Armed Forces
Photo by Courtesy of Montclair Firefighters Foundation
Photo by Courtesy of Montclair Firefighters Foundation
Montclair, N.J. — November 11 — Members of FMBA Local 20 recognized Veterans Day by honoring military veterans, including six members of the local fire service who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The members recognized were Battalion Chief Joseph Bates and Firefighter John DiGeronimo, who served in the U.S. Army; Firefighter Zach Herbek, Probationary Firefighter John Fiore and Probationary Firefighter Erik Seay, who served in the U.S. Air Force; and Probationary Firefighter David Gaines, who served in the U.S. Army.
FMBA Local 20 extended its recognition to veterans on Veterans Day and throughout the year. The tribute also recognized the department’s own members who served in the military before or during their careers in the fire service.
Military experience can bring valuable skills to emergency services, including teamwork, discipline and the ability to work under pressure. The recognition highlighted the service these members provided to the nation and their continued commitment to their communities.
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