Trump announces highest civilian honor for 9/11 hero remembered as the 'Man in the Red Bandana'
President Trump announced the posthumous awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther, known as the 'Man in the Red Bandana,' during a rally in New York. Crowther, who died during the 9/11 attacks, is remembered for his bravery in saving lives inside the Twin Towers. His mother, Alison Crowther, expressed gratitude for the honor, stating that her son's legacy continues to inspire others.
- ▪Welles Crowther is recognized for his heroism during the 9/11 attacks.
- ▪Trump announced the honor at a rally in Rockland County, New York.
- ▪Alison Crowther described the award as a 'huge honor' for her son.
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Remembering 9/11 Trump announces highest civilian honor for 9/11 hero remembered as the 'Man in the Red Bandana' 'Welles' light still shines brightly,' his mother, Alison, said after Trump announced the posthumous honor at a Friday rally in New York By Alec Schemmel Fox News Published May 22, 2026 6:53pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Trump announces highest civilian honor for 9/11 hero known as the 'Man in the Red Bandana' President Donald Trump announced during a rally in New York that he would post-harmoniously award 9/11 hero Welles Crowther, known as the 'man in the red bandana,' who died saving lives inside the Twin Towers.
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