Veteran firefighter who broke barriers retires as 3 sons carry on his legacy
65-year-old Robert Thomas broke barriers and turned his job into a family affair.
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65-year-old Robert Thomas broke barriers and turned his job into a family affair.
The Thomas family is believed to be one of the largest legacy families of color on the force.
Firefighter Robert Thomas will be marking his last tour at Engine Company 205 in Brooklyn Heights on Monday when he reaches 65, the department’s mandatory retirement age.