Carrying a Gun and Being a Fireman – Two Sides of the Same Coin [Contest Entry]

By Dan Zimmerman

By Jonathan Tracy

I became a firefighter because of the tragic events on September 11th, 2001. It’s a trope, I know, but that was the day I decided I would never be a victim. I was fresh out of high school, and I distinctly remember watching with horror as brave firemen rushed into those towers, only to perish as they tried to save lives. I watched hundreds of people, dazed and in shock, as they waited for help to come. I made a decision that day that in the future, regardless of circumstances, I would not be one of those shell shocked masses. I decided that I would not wait for help, but that I would be the help . . .

I started with a neighborhood CERT class that taught me basic first aid and disaster preparedness. It was eye opening, but I still felt like there was more I could do. I then joined my town’s volunteer fire department, working hard to learn the ropes, gain experience, and help wherever I could. Today I’m a Fire Service Instructor, and I take great pride in teaching some of the skills I took so long to learn myself. I …Read the Rest

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