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  • Presidential Medal of Valor to be awarded to FDNY firefighters Lt. John Vanderstar and Brendan Gaffney by Biden


    WASHINGTON (WABC) — Two members of the FDNY will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Valor on Friday.

    President Joe Biden is set to award the Medal of Honor to military recipients who displayed heroism and self-sacrifice in combat and the Medal of Valor to first responders who put their own lives at risk to save others.

    Lt. John Vanderstar, an FDNY firefighter, is receiving the Medal of Valor for his heroics back in Oct. 23, 2022, when he raced through raging flames in a Bronx apartment to rescue a mother and daughter who were trapped in a fire in a back bedroom.

    Separately, FDNY firefighter Brendan Gaffney is also being honored after rushing into a burning building in Inwood twice, first to save an unconscious child, and again, to save a pregnant woman.

    President Biden will also award six others the Medal of Valor, including the law enforcement officials who responded to a shooter who killed six people on March 27, 2023, at The Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee, and Sgt. Tu Tran of the Lincoln, Nebraska, Police Department. Tran swam 30 feet (9 meters) into a frigid pond to rescue a woman from a submerging vehicle.

    The recipients of the Medal of Honor are Korean War and Vietnam War veterans.

    The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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    President Joe Biden will be awarding the prestigious Presidential Medal of Valor to two brave FDNY firefighters, Lt. John Vanderstar and Brendan Gaffney, for their heroic actions in the line of duty.

    Lt. Vanderstar and Firefighter Gaffney displayed exceptional courage and selflessness during a recent fire rescue operation, risking their own lives to save those trapped inside a burning building. Their quick thinking, teamwork, and unwavering dedication to their duty as first responders undoubtedly saved lives and prevented a potential tragedy.

    The Presidential Medal of Valor is the highest national award that can be bestowed upon a public safety officer, and it is a fitting tribute to the extraordinary bravery and heroism demonstrated by Lt. Vanderstar and Firefighter Gaffney.

    Join us in congratulating these true American heroes on this well-deserved honor and thanking them for their service and sacrifice. Their actions serve as a shining example of the courage and commitment displayed by first responders across the country every day.

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  • Valor Fitness Boxing Speed Bag Platform with Wheel Crank for Easy Adjustment, Speed Bag Included

    Valor Fitness Boxing Speed Bag Platform with Wheel Crank for Easy Adjustment, Speed Bag Included


    Price: $359.98
    (as of Nov 24,2024 01:51:39 UTC – Details)


    HIGH-QUALITY- 2” x 2” frame with 1” 12-gauge steel tubes hold the platform and frame together for maximum stability. Mounting brackets allow the user to mount the platform onto a wall. Cement anchors and wood lag bolts are provided.
    FASTER RETURN- The 2” thick MDF enhances stability and allows even more striking energy to be transferred back into speed bag than CA-2. Reinforced with 2 solid steel chrome tubes. 360-degree rotating swivel adds speed and efficiency required in boxing.
    ADJUSTABLE WORM DRIVE AND WHEEL CRANK- Easy to adjust worm drive accommodates all athletes by allowing each user to choose their desired height using wheel crank. Allows for a 12” adjustable range of motion.
    ADDED STABILITY- 4 locking screw nuts on back of frame prevent shaking. Simply turn the locks to loosen and move platform to desired level with the wheel crank below the unit and retighten. Unit will easily slide on chrome-plated tubes.
    ADDITIONAL- Speed bag included. Valor Fitness Speed Bags are built to fit our products. If using another bag, the CA-53 should accommodate most S/M speed bags. Partially assembled for your convenience.

    Customers say

    Customers like the build quality and adjustability of the punching bag. They mention it’s well-built, doesn’t rattle or shake, and the fit and finish are top-notch. Some are also happy with the speed bag and value for money. However, some customers disagree on the ease of assembly, swivel quality, weight, and functionality.

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    Looking to take your boxing training to the next level? Look no further than the Valor Fitness Boxing Speed Bag Platform with Wheel Crank for Easy Adjustment! This top-of-the-line speed bag platform is perfect for improving hand-eye coordination, speed, and agility.

    With a convenient wheel crank system, adjusting the height of the platform is quick and easy, allowing you to customize your training experience to meet your specific needs. The platform also comes complete with a speed bag, so you can start training right away.

    Don’t settle for anything less than the best when it comes to your boxing training. Invest in the Valor Fitness Boxing Speed Bag Platform with Wheel Crank for Easy Adjustment and watch your skills improve in no time.
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