Charleston's Lost heroes

"They were heroes, they were concerned about people being trapped in the building. They were heroes." - Mayor Joseph P. Riley

"Their unwavering commitment to their neighbors and to the City of Charleston is an inspiration to all Americans." - President George W. Bush

Firefighter Brandon Thompson
4 years of service
Ladder 5
1 Nicholson Street


Engineer Bradford "Brad" Baity
9 years of service
Company 19
81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road


Captain Louis Mulkey
11.5 years of service
Company 15
162 Coming Street


Engineer Mark Kelsey
12.5 years of service
Ladder 5
1 Nicholson Street


Captain Mike Benke
29 years of service
Company 16
81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road


Captain William "Billy" Hutchinson
30 years of service
Company 19
81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road


Firefighter Melvin Champaign
2 years of service
Company 16
81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road


Asst. Engineer Michael French
1.5 years of service
Ladder 5
1 Nicholson Street


FirefighterJames "Earl" Drayton
32 years of service
Company 19
81 Ashley Hall Plantation Road