Today I had the honor of talking with Retired FDNY Battalion Commander, of the 9th Battalion in Midtown Manhattan. Chief Charlie Williams. Chief Williams experience is second to none. He started his career in 1973 in L110 and worked 35 years. Working in some of the great companies along the way. Rescue 2 and Squad 41 to name a couple. He’s been Through the War Years of a gritty NYC, was laid off by the FDNY for a year and a half, worked the blackouts and 9/11, Chief Williams has seen it all. He has worked alongside some of the greats of the FDNY. Patty Brown and Ray Downey to name a few. His name should be spoken in the same breath as those legends. I felt his story needed to get on record, to pass along to a new generation of firefighters. All firemen can learn from his experience and stories. I hope you enjoy the interview. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Channel. hope you enjoy the interview. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Channel.
A list of Chief Williams career is to follow.
Appointment to FDNY 11/73
L110-1974
L28 -1978
Rescue 2-1982
Promoted to LT. 1987
L-30-1988
Squad 41-1990
L-156-1991
L-166-1992
Promoted to Capt. 1993
E-283-1993
Promoted to BC 1999
Battalion 9 1999-2008.
Goldenkranz Medal 1979 L-28
McElligot Medal 1987 R-2
