Rick Thornton
United Statesferry boat captainMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.02%Rick Thornton is a captain of a NY Waterway ferry boat who played a crucial role in the rescue efforts during the September 11 attacks, providing transportation and support to those in need on that tragic day, and has reflected on his experiences as the anniversary approaches.
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NY Waterway ferry boat captain Rick Thornton shares emotional memories of that historic day in New York City 25 years ago.
USS Cole commander warned of major US attack minutes before 9/11Fox News·United States· 2026-09-12
United States· 2026-09-12
