New Hampshire Added Names to Fallen Firefighters Memorial
Officials honored four firefighters during a ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of the monument in Concord.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in People
The New Hampshire Fallen Firefighters Memorial added four names to its monument during a ceremony in Concord. The event coincided with the 20th anniversary of the memorial's original dedication.
Why it matters
The ceremony serves as a formal act of recognition for public servants who died in the line of duty, ensuring their service remains a permanent part of the state's historical record.
The memorial now commemorates 94 total firefighters after the recent addition of four names. The site in Concord reached its 20th anniversary since its initial dedication in 2006.
The players
Charles Gallant
He was a firefighter with the Rye Fire Department who passed away in 2023.
William Connor
He served with the Goffstown Fire Department until his death in 2024.
Aaron Cooper
He was a member of the Keene Fire Department who died in 2025.
George Hidden
He was a firefighter from the Nashua Fire Department whose death occurred in 1909.
The details
Names added to the granite structure included Charles Gallant of the Rye Fire Department, William Connor of the Goffstown Fire Department, Aaron Cooper of the Keene Fire Department, and George Hidden of the Nashua Fire Department. The ceremony provided a space for families and peers to recognize the contributions of these individuals to their respective communities.
Timeline
George Hidden died in 1909.
The New Hampshire Fallen Firefighters Memorial was dedicated in 2006.
Charles Gallant died in 2023.
William Connor died in 2024.
The names were added to the memorial on September 26, 2026.
Market Landscape
This ceremony follows the institutional precedent set by the 2006 New Hampshire Fallen Firefighters Memorial dedication. The event continues the state's ongoing commitment to formalizing the legacy of its emergency responders through physical monument expansion.
Residents and visitors can visit the memorial site in Concord to view the updated list of 94 names. The additions reflect the state's official recognition of the historical and recent losses sustained by local fire departments.
The takeaway
Memorials provide a vital space for communities to process grief and honor the long-term impact of public service. Families and residents are encouraged to learn about the history of their local fire departments to better understand the risks these professionals face.
Further reading
For more on the individuals recognized by the state, visit the New Hampshire People section.
