By Lieutenant Gregory S. Kunselman

Patrol Section Commander, Pennsylvania State Police

When I was young, I would see Pennsylvania State Police vehicles drive by my house, responding to emergencies. I always admired the state police as leaders in the community, and I knew at a young age that I wanted to be a state trooper.

In 1992 my dream became reality, and I was sworn in as a trooper to serve and protect the very same community I grew up in and loved. Throughout my nearly 34 years with the department, training was always required. Although I have attended well over 100 training sessions during my career, there was one that forever imprinted on my mind and heart.

It took place in Greensburg, Westmoreland County, on Sept. 11, 2001.

During a morning break, we got word that two commerci

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