September 11, 2001

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23 Years Later: We Will Never Forget 9/11 (Even if We Wildly Disagree on Politics!)

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Join us as we honor the brave and remember the tragic events of 9/11—because grief doesn’t care about politics!

Every year, as September 11 rolls around, cities across the world, especially New York, pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the harrowing events of 2001. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks, a day that is etched in the hearts of many. Ceremonies take place at memorial sites and buildings, where first responders and families gather, sharing stories that honor the memory of those who sacrificed everything amid a day of terror. The National September 11 Memorial & Museum hosted its annual commemoration ceremony, highlighting unity in sorrow amidst a world still grappling with the political aftershocks of that dreadful day.

As speakers addressed gatherings at sites like the Twin Towers and the Pentagon, they invoked both deep sadness and resilience. Physical reminders of the past, including solemn statements from political leaders, fueled discussions about how terrorism has shaped changing global politics. It’s interesting to witness how these commemorations weave into modern narratives and conversations around security and safety, not just in the U.S. but also across the border here in Canada, where reflections are also felt profoundly. Memorials, from large gatherings to quiet moments of personal remembrance, serve to rediscover the unity that emerged from horror, a narrative that suggests we can find strength in vulnerability.

Yet, this day isn’t just about loss. It is about remembering the heroism displayed by first responders as they rushed into the chaos. The New York City Fire Department lost 343 firefighters, while 23 members of the NYPD demonstrated unwavering bravery. The day bursts with tales that remind us that amid panic, ordinary people became everyday heroes. Events such as these shed light on the discourse surrounding how society remembers its past, honors sacrifices, and educates future generations.

So, what can we learn from all this? For one, the memories of 9/11 push us to confront our complex feelings about mourning and celebration. Secondly, September 11 isn’t just a day of hopelessness; it serves as an annual occasion for compassion and reflection that can disrupt the cycle of hatred. Did you know that each year, cities like Sudbury also commemorate 9/11? For them, it’s as important as it is in NYC, with remembrance ceremonies held across various communities, highlighting the universal grief shared in a deeply interconnected world. \n Interestingly, as we focus on heartfelt commemorations, political shake-ups reminding us were happening this year too. Some notable moments include former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris sharing a handshake during the ceremonies, a jarring testament to how national unity can momentarily eclipse political rivalry. After all, grief really doesn’t care about your political party—it just reminds us all of our shared humanity!

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NYC pauses to remember 9/11 victims 23 years after terror attacks ... (CBS News)

Nearly 3,000 people were killed when al Qaida hijackers crashed four jetliners into the twin towers, the Pentagon and a field in southwest Pennsylvania. On this ...

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September 11, 2001: We will never forget (RiverheadLOCAL)

The terrorist attacks claimed nearly 3,000 lives, including 343 members of FDNY and 23 members of NYPD. More than 6,000 people were injured. NYC firefighters at ...

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Pentagon marks 23 years since 9/11 attacks (NBC4 Washington)

NBC Universal, Inc. Defense secretary Lloyd Austin spoke at the Pentagon to mark 23 years since the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks took the lives of 184 people in ...

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US commemorates 9/11 attacks with victims in focus, but politics in ... (KGO-TV)

NEW YORK -- The National September 11 Memorial & Museum will host its annual commemoration ceremony to observe the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror ...

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September 11, 2001 timeline of attacks and events (FOX 5 NY)

It's been 23 years since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Thousands of victim's families will gather on Wednesday morning in NYC to remember those ...

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9/11/2001 in Staten Island, New York (Reason)

I post this essay every year in honor of September 11th, 2001 (see 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023).

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Remembering 911 images: Pictures capture devastation, panic of ... (El Paso Times)

Images captured on 9/11 show the devastation caused by terror attacks that killed nearly 3000 people in New York City in 2001.

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9/11/01 timeline: How the September 11, 2001 attacks unfolded (ABC7 Los Angeles)

This September 11 attack timeline shows how the events on 9/11 unfolded at the Twin Towers, Pentagon, and on Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pa.

Statement by Vice President Kamala Harris on the Anniversary of ... (The White House)

Today is a day of solemn remembrance as we mourn the souls we lost in a heinous terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. We stand in solidarity with their.

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Harris and Trump shake hands at New York 9/11 remembrance ... (CNN)

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks with visits to each of three sites of ...

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9/11/01 timeline: How the September 11, 2001 attacks unfolded (KGO-TV)

This September 11 attack timeline shows how the events on 9/11 unfolded at the Twin Towers, Pentagon, and on Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pa.

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Remembering 9/11: Live coverage of September 11 terror attack ... (KFSN-TV)

NEW YORK -- The National September 11 Memorial & Museum is hosting its annual commemoration ceremony to observe the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terror ...

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9/11 23rd anniversary: Key moments from history's deadliest terror ... (Livemint)

The September 11, 2001, attacks killed 2977 people and left thousands of bereaved relatives and scarred survivors.

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Sudbury Remembers September 11th Tragedy – 2024 » September ... (Town of Sudbury)

A brief ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 11th, 8:40 a.m., at the September 11th Memorial Garden in Heritage Park. Read full article→

Statement by the Prime Minister to mark 9/11 and the National Day ... (Prime Minister of Canada)

Twenty-three years ago, the world watched in horror as the deadliest terrorist attack in the history of the United States unfolded.

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Historical View Of September 11 Attacks (Los Alamos Daily Post)

Almost 3,000 people were killed in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, including the 19 al Qaeda terrorists. The shocking events of Sept. 11 were televised globally and ...

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Recollections of Sept. 11, 2001 (UMTerps.com)

Sept. 11, 2001 turned from a day of promise to horror as the United States was under attack in New York City, Pennsylvania and just a few miles from campus ...

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9/11 timeline: How terror attacks unfolded on Sept. 11, 2001 (NBC New York)

Here is an outline of the primary events that transpired, starting with the first plane hitting the North Tower, according to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.

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Remembering September 11: How UConn Responded - UConn ... (UConn Today)

For the 18-year-olds who just started their coursework at UConn, the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 are an event whose reverberations are still being ...

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Facts about 9/11 and how to mark Sept. 11, 2001 anniversary (El Paso Times)

For some, it's a mourning of loss of a loved one or someone they knew who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of the Twin Towers buildings in New York ...

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Pentagon Honors the Heroes and the Fallen in the 9/11 Attacks (Department of Defense)

"We don't just work near a memorial. We work in a memorial," Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said during a ceremony honoring the lives lost at the ...

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Silent and Invisible: A 9/11 Memory (United States Army)

With the 23rd anniversary ceremonies planned worldwide for 9/11, there will probably be many words spoken and visual effects to reflect upon.

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A 9/11 anniversary tradition is handed down to a new generation (Beatrice Daily Sun)

A poignant phrase will likely echo Wednesday at the World Trade Center when 9/11 victims relatives remember loved ones lost in the 2001 attacks: 'I never ...

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US commemorates 9/11 attacks with victims in focus, but politics in ... (Daily Commercial News)

NEW YORK - The U.S. is remembering the lives taken and those reshaped by 9/11, marking an anniversary laced this year with presidential campaign politics.

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Palestinians Celebrated the September 11 Attacks for Years: An ... (Algemeiner)

Yesterday was the 23rd anniversary of the heinous September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States. As we move further away from 2001, ...

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