American photographer for The Bergen Record, best known for his photograph Raising the Flag at Ground Zero, which depicts firefighters raising the American flag at the World Trade Center after the September 11, 2001, attacks. Color 8.5 x 11 cardstock photo, ‘Raising the Flag at Ground Zero,’ signed in black felt tip “Thomas E. Franklin.” In fine condition, with lower left corner crease and a few bends. RRAuction COA.