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Last Alarm: Captain Michael Goodwin, Sr.

© Michelle Alton

Last Alarm: Captain Michael Goodwin, Sr.

Uploaded: April 13, 2013

Description


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This week Philadelphia mourns the loss of its third firefighter in the past year. Captain Michael Goodwin died in the line of duty when the roof of a burning building in South Philadelphia collapsed, dropping 29-year veteran Goodwin into the inferno below.
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In this view of the funeral procession, Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers and his distinguished officers march in front of Fire Engine 53, the "caisson" carrying the casket of the fallen firefighter to the church where he was married and in which his children were baptized. The Honor Guard rides with Captain Goodwin's casket.
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Two additional photos are posted in the discussion area.
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Exif: F Number: 6.3, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 320, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 92.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Comments

Michelle Alton April 13, 2013

In these two photos: Michael Nutter, Philadelphia Mayor, and the Philadelphia City Council march behind the funeral caisson, and Firefighter Pallbearers receive Captain Goodwin's casket from the Honor Guard. #1523744

Monnie Ryan April 13, 2013

Outstanding photos, but a very sad occasion. #10651544

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe April 13, 2013

These are powerful images Michelle - Outstanding job covering the event! #10651576

Tiia Vissak April 13, 2013

sad news but great images... #10651620

William C. Raco level-classic April 13, 2013

Outstanding photojournalism, Michelle
My condolences and thanks to Michael Goodwin and his family. #10651623

Ray Thoms April 13, 2013

You have shown the amazing feelings with these images...hard to look at but well done! #10651672

Robert R. Goodman April 13, 2013

Hi Michelle,Beautiful tribute my friend.Our prayers go out to his family!!! #10652153

Jill Odice level-classic April 13, 2013

Wonderful tribute and photo journalism Michelle! #10652176

frank w. degenhardt April 13, 2013

I work with and am honored to know so many fire fighters and law enforcement officers. Its always such a sad day when we lose one in the line of duty. It is gut wrenching to see them come into the hospital and see the anguish of his comrades waiting to see if they will make it. This is so emotional and sad Michelle, but I am glad you brought the picture and story to us. #10652397

John Connolly April 14, 2013

Excellent graphic images of this sad event, Michelle! Great journalistic captures! #10653392

Dayna Cain level-classic April 14, 2013

Your work is amazing. #10653727

Janet McNeil level-classic April 14, 2013

Beautiful capture of this sad event- my brother's house burned down last November and we owe so much to the brave men and women risking their lives for us. Great work, Michelle! #10653733

Gord MacEachern April 21, 2013

Glad you posted this sombre time Michelle, images and info very well done! #10661339

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