9/11: A Look Back at the Terror Attack That Changed America
Wednesday, 11 September 2024, 06:48
9/11: A Day of Tragedy
On September 11, 2001, a series of coordinated terrorist attacks took place in the United States. Four commercial airplanes were hijacked by terrorists, targeting the heart of America. Here’s a look at the timeline of events:
- 8:46 AM: American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
- 9:03 AM: United Airlines Flight 175 hits the South Tower.
- 9:37 AM: American Airlines Flight 77 strikes the Pentagon.
- 10:03 AM: United Airlines Flight 93 crashes in Pennsylvania, prevented from reaching its target.
Aftermath and Impact
The attacks resulted in the collapse of the Twin Towers and significant loss of life. The tragic event galvanized the nation and led to widespread changes in national security and foreign policy.
This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.