 merrie says: 9/11: Timeline of Terror Special Friday, Sept. 11, 2009 at 10 p.m. ET http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,548605,00.html "We love you, Dad, and we miss you," said Philip Hayes Jr., whose father, long retired from the Fire Department, rushed to the site that 2001 morning and ultimately gave his life. President Barack Obama, observing his first Sept. 11 as president, had signed an order declaring it a day of service. He and first lady Michelle Obama marked a moment of silence on the South Lawn of the White House as a bugler played taps at 8:46 a.m., when the attacks began. Obama has distanced himself from many of the anti-terror policies of former President George W. Bush, but his remarks recalled Bush's speech to Congress in the immediate aftermath of the attacks: "We will not tire, we will not falter and we will not fail." Defense Secretary Robert Gates oversaw the ceremony held Friday at the Pentagon memorial. In Shanksville, Pa., bells tolled for the 40 victims of the fourth hijacked jetliner that crashed there eight years ago. Bush, whose presidency was defined in part by that day, made no public appearances. A spokesman said he would be working in his office. In a statement, he said he and his wife, Laura, were thinking of the victims and their families. He also honored members of the armed forces and law enforcement. “Their courage, service, and sacrifice is a fitting tribute to all those who gave their lives on Sept. 11, 2001,” Bush said. “On this day, let us renew our determination to prevent evil from returning to our shores.” Across the country, Americans marked the day with service pr... |
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