@todayshow: Retired NYPD captain John Monaghan recalls racing to action on Sept. 11, helping to evacuate nearby government buildings and searching the rubble for survivors. Monaghan passionately discusses the importance of teaching the “uncommon valor” of first responders to the next generation. “We're in a transition period now. We're going from this being a memory...to being history, and we need to teach the next generation to alway remember," he says.

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Terradactyl :

Bless this man.

2026-09-11 19:20:19

Jess Vogelsong :

I want to give him a hug, watching him hold back his tears, ugh 😭😭😭😭

2026-09-11 22:00:17

Hannaaaaa :

never forget

2026-09-11 21:19:53

avaloneartha :

Thank you captain for your words. Humanity showed up in the darkest hours.

2026-09-11 20:37:34

🌸 Gospel Girl 🌸 :

I took a picture with hm on n the 3rd anniversary in front of his station. What a sweet soul. Bless him for all he has endured. My utmost love and respect!

2026-09-11 20:47:46

rosebecky4866 :

Aww

2026-09-11 17:14:13

kc13354 :

Always remember the heroes ❤️

2026-09-11 17:43:30

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