Assistant Chief Donald J. Burns

Citywide Tour Commander, FDNY

Assistant Chief Burns's Act of Heroism

Over 400 first responders lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Heroically performing their sworn duty, these firefighters, members of the NYPD and PAPD, and numerous other rescue workers will forever be remembered for their sacrifice.

My Hero

Donald James Burns, 61, Nissequogue, New York, was an assistant chief in the New York Fire Department. He was killed on 09/11/01 in the attacks on the World Trade Center in NYC.

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