05/29/2026
Today, on DC Firefighter Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the residents and visitors of our Nation's Capital.
Since 1915, this day has been dedicated to preserving the memory of those who answered every alarm with courage, commitment, and an unwavering sense of duty. Their names may be etched in stone, but their legacy lives on in every firefighter who continues to serve, every life saved, and every family protected.
At the annual ceremony held at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery in Brentwood, Maryland, we gather not only to mourn their loss, but to celebrate their lives, their service, and the profound impact they made on our department and community.
Today, we ring the bell, bow our heads, and remember our fallen brothers. Their sacrifice is forever woven into the history of the District of Columbia Fire and EMS Department.
Rest easy. We have the watch from here.
