Mayor Adams Celebrates 21st Anniversary of 9/11 at Gracie Mansion

NYC Remembers the Victims and Heroes of 9/11

On the morning of September 11, 2001, 19 Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four commercial airliners and carried out suicide attacks against the United States. The attacks resulted in 2,977 fatalities, over 25,000 injuries, and substantial long-term health consequences, in addition to at least $10 billion in infrastructure and property damage. The attacks were the deadliest terrorist attacks in world history and the single deadliest incident for firefighters and law enforcement officers in the history of the United States.

Mayor Eric Adams commemorated the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks at Gracie Mansion. He was joined by survivors, first responders, and family members of victims. The mayor spoke about the importance of remembering the victims and heroes of 9/11 and the need to continue to fight against terrorism.

Remembering the Victims

The victims of the 9/11 attacks came from all walks of life. They were people of all ages, races, and religions. They were parents, children, siblings, and friends. They were people who were simply going about their daily lives when they were suddenly and tragically killed.

We must never forget the victims of 9/11. We must always remember their stories and the impact that their deaths had on their families and friends.

Honoring the Heroes

The heroes of 9/11 were the first responders who rushed to the scene of the attacks. They were the firefighters who fought the fires, the police officers who rescued people from the rubble, and the paramedics who treated the injured.

The heroes of 9/11 risked their own lives to save others. They are true heroes, and we will never forget their bravery.

Fighting Terrorism

The 9/11 attacks were a reminder that we must always be vigilant against terrorism. We must continue to work together to prevent future attacks and to bring those who commit acts of terrorism to justice.

We must never forget the lessons of 9/11. We must always remember the victims, honor the heroes, and fight against terrorism.

Conclusion

On the 21st anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, we remember the victims, honor the heroes, and pledge to fight against terrorism. We must never forget the lessons of 9/11, and we must always work together to prevent future attacks.