First Inaugural Ames & Elliot 5K Run and Scholarship at Academy of St. Joseph.
May 4th, 1952 tragedy struck the Brentwood Fire Department. Three members: Charles Elliot, Martin Ames and Andrew Wittman Jr. were trapped in a raging fire near Pilgrim State Hospital. Charles Elliot & Martin Ames died from injuries received in the inferno and because of their unselfish act, Andrew Wittman Jr., although badly burned, survived the ordeal.
In 1956, a memorial bell was placed in front of the Brentwood Fire Department main headquarters. Later, a larger monument was erected on the same site in their honor.
The goal of the 5K Scholarship Run is to commemorate their lives and their dedication to the Hamlet of Brentwood.
Race Date: April 14, 2012
Line Up Time: 8:00am
Race Starts: 9:00am
For more information visit www.brentwoodfire.com
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