Four Names Added to Firefighters Memorial
A ceremony honored four fallen firefighters at the New Hampshire memorial in Concord.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Emergency Response
New Hampshire held a ceremony at the state fire academy in Concord to add four names to the official firefighters memorial. The site now bears a total of 98 names honoring those who died in the line of duty.
Why it matters
The memorial serves as a permanent site for the public to recognize the sacrifices made by emergency responders across the state.
The monument now displays 98 names, following the recent addition of four individuals during the September 2026 event. The memorial has stood at the state fire academy for 20 years.
The players
Charles Gallant
He was a firefighter with the Rye Fire Department who died in 2023.
William Connor
He was a firefighter with the Goffstown Fire Department who died in 2024.
Aaron Cooper
He was a firefighter with the Keene Fire Department who died in 2025.
George Hidden
He was a firefighter with the Nashua Fire Department who died in 1909.
The details
During the event on Smokey Bear Boulevard, recruits placed red and white carnations upon the granite and brick tableau. The addition includes Charles Gallant, William Connor, Aaron Cooper, and George Hidden, the latter of whom died in 1909.
Timeline
George Hidden died in 1909.
The memorial was dedicated in 2006.
Charles Gallant died in 2023.
William Connor died in 2024.
A ceremony added four names to the memorial in September 2026.
Seasonal Patterns
The ceremony follows a pattern established by the 2006 dedication of the New Hampshire Firefighters Memorial. It continues the long-term tradition of maintaining the site as a living historical record of state service.
The memorial is located on Smokey Bear Boulevard at the state fire academy and remains open for public visitation. Residents are encouraged to respect the site as a place of quiet reflection and community remembrance.
The takeaway
Memorials provide a vital space for communities to connect with the history of those who served. Visiting such sites can help residents better appreciate the dedication required by local emergency departments.
Further reading
Learn more about local protocols at Emergency Response.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Concord Monitor.
