In October 2001, 200 members of the Scottish Fire Brigade gathered here to pay their respects to their New York Colleagues.

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In September 2001, it became the focus of Glasgow's tributes to those who died in the terrorist attacks of 9/11, especially the 343 members of the New York Fire Department who lost their lives trying to save the lives of others.

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Kenny Hunter's Citizen Firefighter looking up Hope Street in Glasgow. Erected in June 2001, this statue is dedicated to all firefighters past and present, especially those who have died in the line of duty.

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