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Louisiana’s Fire Truck for New York | Baton Rouge News
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- Sep 12, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
In the wake of 9/11, Louisiana firefighters couldn’t head to New York—but they rallied their entire state to build a symbol of solidarity: the Spirit of Louisiana fire truck. Through the “Bucks for Trucks” campaign, schoolkids, businesses, and volunteers poured in donations—like a child’s 35 cents in an Altoids tin—to raise over $1 million. Together, they built a truck that traveled to NYC, even earning a nod from President Bush, and now rests at LSU as a powerful reminder of how collective kindness can rise in times of tragedy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/01d6de9509e22465