How one firefighter's final run inspired a legacy of service
In short: This documentary explores the life and sacrifice of Stephen Siller, an FDNY hero whose actions on September 11, 2001, became the catalyst for a major national foundation.
Dressed in complete fire-fighting equipment, Stephen Siller perished on 9/11 during a run from the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the World Trade Center. The film captures the raw reality of his heroism and the profound loss felt by his family and the FDNY.
Following the attacks, Siller's family established the Tunnel to Towers Foundation to transform their grief into a mission of service. By aiding children in need, Gold Star families, wounded first responders, and disabled veterans, the group maintains Siller's brave legacy for millions.
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