On the 22nd anniversary of the attacks, people share powerful “Never Forget” quotes from 9/11
On the 22nd anniversary of the September attacks, people are sharing 9/11 “Never Forget” quotes, posts and images in honor of those who lost their lives.
September 11, 2023 is the 22nd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, in which nearly 3,000 people lost their lives. The attacks on the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and on board United Airlines Flight 93 will never be forgotten and remain the deadliest terrorist attack on US soil.
Patriot Day is celebrated to commemorate the people killed in the September 11 attacks
Even though it was more than 20 years ago, the impact of 9/11 on the families of those who lost their lives remains as painful as ever. The horrific images and video footage of a hijacked plane – American Airlines Flight 11 – crashing into the North Tower of the World Trade Center before United Airlines Flight 175 flew into the South Tower of the World Trade Center have left a painful mark on the memories of Millions of people burned the world.
Today is officially called Patriot Day, a national day of service and remembrance commemorating the catastrophic events of September 11, 2001.
Across the country, people are pausing to remember those who lost their lives on the 22nd anniversary of the attacks and vowing to “never forget” 9/11.
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The mantra “Never Forget” has grown in importance over the years
The importance of the “Never Forget” mantra in the context of 9/11 has only increased over time. A new generation of Americans, new or unborn, are now young adults who have no memory of the tragic events of that fateful day.
That’s why it’s more important now than ever to never forget 9/11 and those who lost their lives. As a 9/11 Memorial & Museum says“We will share the story and lessons learned with a new generation, educate them about the lasting impact of the September 11 attacks, and inspire the world with reminders of our fortitude, strength and resilience.”
Powerful September 11th Quotes We Will Never Forget on the 22nd Anniversary
On the 22nd anniversary of the attacks, remember those who tragically lost their lives and reflect on these powerful 9/11 quotes that we will never forget:
“If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.” – Sandy Dahl, wife of Flight 93 pilot Jason Dahl, in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, in 2002.
“We saw the state of our union in the endurance of the rescuers who worked to the point of exhaustion. We saw flags unfurled, candles lit, blood donated and prayers said in English, Hebrew and Arabic. We saw the decency of a loving and generous people embracing the grief of strangers.” – Former President George W. Bush.
“I may never know the answers to the questions that plagued me after 9/11. But I know that relying on God and each other will lead us to a better, brighter future.” – Michael Hingson, 9/11 survivor.
“Remember the hours after 9/11 when we came together as one! “It was the worst day we have ever experienced, but it brought out the best in all of us.” – Former Secretary of State John Kerry.
Even the smallest service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we have lost and restore the spirit of unity that followed 9/11.” – President Obama in a radio speech in 2011.
“It is the nature of the world that most people have moved on, but for the people directly involved in 9/11, it is 9/11 twice a day.” – Robert Reeg, former FDNY firefighter.
“Grief is the price we pay for love.” – Message from Queen Elizabeth II to New York after 9/11.
“We didn’t collapse after 9/11. We didn’t let up after the Boston Marathon. But we are America. Americans will never back down. We endure. We overcome. The finish line is ours.” – President Joe Biden.
Five years from the date of the attack that changed our world, we have come back to remember the bravery of those we lost – those who innocently went to work that day and the brave souls behind them were here. We are also always conscious of the courage of those who mourn them and the light that still lives in their hearts.” – New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani at the World Trade Center site in 2006.
Ten years have passed since a perfect morning with blue skies turned into the blackest of nights. Since then, we have lived in sunshine and shadow, and while we can never forget what happened here, we can also see children who lost their parents growing into young adults, grandchildren being born, and good works and public service “To honor those we have loved and lost.” – Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
People share posts and quotes about “9/11 Never Forget” on social media
On social media platforms like Twitter, people shared countless posts and images about “9/11 Never Forget.” All carried the same messages of remembrance, saying that they would not allow the memory of those who died to fade.
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