Twenty-two years ago on September 11, 2001, at 8:46 Eastern Time, the United States of America came under attack from Terrorists, as they crashed a jet into the World Trade Center North Tower in New York City. At 9:03, a second jet struck the South Tower and at 9:37 the Pentagon was hit by a third plane. At 9:59 the South Tower collapsed and 8 minutes later Flight 93 crashed in a field in Pennsylvania as brave passengers attempted to stop the terrorists who were headed for the Capital. At 10:28 the North Tower collapsed. Almost 3,000 people died that morning and in that 2 hour time span, the world as we once knew it, changed forever. It was the first time most of us did not feel safe in our own country and had no idea what would happen next. Brave men and women gave their lives to try to save others and it took months to clear the debris. If you ever have the chance to visit New York City, take the time to visit the 9/11 memorial and museum. It is a life changing experience. Please take time to remember the events of 9/11, because twenty-two years later there are still thousands of families affected by the tragedy.
Click the link below to read an article summarizing the events of September 11.