Honoring 9/11 Victims: Georgia Connections, Memorials, and Commemorative Events

Georgians across the state, including students at Georgia Military College, commemorated the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with ceremonies and events. The day was marked by the firing of a howitzer, bagpipe music, the ringing of bells, and visits from New York City firefighters and police officers. The attacks, carried out by 19 Al Qaeda terrorists, claimed the lives of 2,753 people in New York, 184 at the Pentagon, and 40 on Flight 93 in Pennsylvania. Among the victims were 16 individuals with ties to Georgia. Governor Brian Kemp emphasized the bravery of first responders and U.S. service members, and students at the college expressed their gratitude and aspirations for the future.