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September 11 — A Day of Remembrance and Unity

Firefighters raising a U.S. flag amidst rubble and debris.
NYFD Firefighters Raising the American Flag at Ground Zero.
A memorial stone for Flight 93 passengers and crew, with flags and a rosary, honoring 9/11 heroes.
Quote of what was heard on the last phone call from a passenger of Flight 93 before the passengers fought back against hijackers.
A lone person stands amidst smoky ruins and collapsed structures.
Lone person stands in rubble at ground zero.
Firefighters amid rubble and smoke at a disaster site with twisted metal structures.
Personnel at ground zero.
Damaged building with cranes, debris, and a large American flag hanging. Emergency response vehicles and equipment on site.
Firefighters at the Pentagon
Firefighters raising a U.S. flag amidst rubble and debris.
A memorial stone for Flight 93 passengers and crew, with flags and a rosary, honoring 9/11 heroes.
A lone person stands amidst smoky ruins and collapsed structures.
Firefighters amid rubble and smoke at a disaster site with twisted metal structures.
Damaged building with cranes, debris, and a large American flag hanging. Emergency response vehicles and equipment on site.

On September 11, 2001, our nation was forever changed. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost in the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard United Airlines Flight 93. As we honor this solemn day, we remember not only the lives taken, but also the bravery and sacrifice shown by first responders, military personnel, and everyday citizens.

Official Count of Lives Lost on 9/11

  • Civilians: 2,343
  • Firefighters (FDNY): 343
  • Law Enforcement Officers: 72
  • EMS Personnel: 10
  • Military Personnel (at the Pentagon): 55
  • Passengers and Crew of Flight 93: 40

The passengers aboard United Airlines Flight 93 displayed extraordinary heroism. Upon learning of the other hijackings, they took action to prevent their plane from reaching its intended target. Their sacrifice saved countless lives on the ground, though they gave their own in the process.

In the years that have followed, the toll has continued to grow. More than 1,400 rescue and recovery workers have died from illnesses linked to toxic exposures at Ground Zero.

Timeline of the Tragic Events — September 11, 2001

  • 8:46 AM – American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
  • 9:03 AM – United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the South Tower.
  • 9:37 AM – American Airlines Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon.
  • 9:59 AM – The South Tower collapses.
  • 10:03 AM – United Airlines Flight 93 crashes into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers heroically attempt to retake control from the hijackers.
  • 10:28 AM – The North Tower collapses.

A Call for Unity

Now, more than ever, we must stand together. September 11 reminds us of the fragility of life, the courage of those who serve, and the power of unity in the face of tragedy.

At LRFD, we honor the civilians whose lives were taken, the first responders and military personnel who rushed toward danger, and the heroic passengers of Flight 93 who embodied courage and sacrifice.

We will never forget.