Sons of 9/11 firefighter grew up to carry on their father's legacy
Twenty-five years after losing their father — FDNY firefighter Frank Palombo — on 9/11, the Palombo family reflects on grief, community support and a legacy carried forward. NBC News' Gary Grumbach reports.
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- Primary source: NBC News
- Published: Sep 10, 2026, 6:52 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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