Welles Crowther, a 34 year old financial analyst, was working in the South Tower on September 11th, 2001.From childhood on he wore a red bandanna, which symbolized his respect for his father and his commitment to live a full and honorable life. He wore it when riding his bike, while playing lacrosse; a daily reminder of his zeal for life.
After the second plane hit The World Trade Center, Welles led dozens of people down to safety, only to return back up the South Tower to assist more who were in need.
Six months later rescue crews recovered his body, which was found next to fallen firefighters. Those who were saved on 9/11/01 recount a man, appearing out of the smoke and flames, wearing a red bandanna, leading others to safety.
Welles Crowther's story won a Sports Emmy on Monday April 30th, 2012.
Watch the award winning story of the Red Bandanna below...
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