"Bob Beckwith, Iconic 9/11 Firefighter, Passes Away at 91"
Bob Beckwith, the retired firefighter who became part of an iconic image of American unity after the 9/11 attacks when he stood with President George W. Bush at ground zero, has passed away at the age of 91. His chance encounter with the president amid the rubble of the World Trade Center became a symbol of resilience. Beckwith, who had been battling cancer, was remembered for his courage and dedication to serving others. His legacy as a hero of 9/11 lives on, and he will be laid to rest on Long Island.
