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33rd Anniversary Of Waldbaum's Fire That Claimed The Lives Of Six Firemen

Source: "FDNY Remembering the Waldbaums Fire August 2, 1978" (facebook group). Photo by John G. DwyerAs the 10-year anniversary of September 11, 2001 looms, we reflect upon the anniversary of the tragic Waldbaum’s fire [/honoring-fallen-heroes-of-1978s-waldbaums-fire/], 33 years ago today, heretofore the greatest loss of life for the

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Midweek Photo: In Memorium

This is the remains of a wreath placed on Firemen’s Corner (Ocean Avenue and Avenue Y) last Monday, on the anniversary of the 1978 Waldbaum’s Fire [/honoring-fallen-heroes-of-1978s-waldbaums-fire/]. See photos of a memorial mass held last week [/photos-waldbaums-fire-memorial-mass/]. Photo by BrooklynQ.