Remembering 9/11, Minute by Minute
Summary
TLDRThis script revisits the tragic events of September 11, 2001, reflecting on the attacks that changed America and the world forever. It details the timeline, beginning with the hijackers boarding planes and leading to the devastating crashes into the Twin Towers, Pentagon, and the heroic efforts of Flight 93 passengers. The report highlights the shock and horror of that day, with vivid recollections of the destruction and chaos. Two decades later, the ripples of this event continue to affect lives, as memorials and ceremonies honor the victims and heroes.
Takeaways
- ποΈ Operations are ongoing to prevent a repeat of the tragic events of 9/11.
- π½ The 9/11 Memorial stands as a reminder of the day that changed New York City and the world 20 years ago.
- π September 11, 2001, is a day that will never be forgotten, though specific details might blur over time.
- βοΈ Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked airliners, turning them into deadly weapons, resulting in 2,977 lives lost.
- ποΈ At 8:46 AM, American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center, killing and trapping hundreds.
- π¨ First responders quickly mobilized as police ordered the evacuation of both towers after the first crash.
- π₯ At 9:03 AM, United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the South Tower, intensifying the crisis.
- π Flight 93 crashed into a Pennsylvania field after passengers heroically overpowered hijackers, preventing another attack.
- πΊπΈ President Bush was informed of the attacks while visiting an elementary school, calling it a 'national tragedy.'
- π°οΈ Within two hours, both towers collapsed, marking a catastrophic end to one of the darkest days in U.S. history.
Q & A
What event is being discussed in the transcript?
-The transcript discusses the 9/11 terrorist attacks, which occurred on September 11, 2001, when al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked airplanes and crashed them into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania.
Where does the news segment take place?
-The news segment takes place 31 stories above the 9/11 Memorial in New York City, with a view of the memorial and the surrounding area.
How many people were killed in the 9/11 attacks?
-The 9/11 attacks claimed 2,977 lives, according to the transcript.
Who is the reporter providing the historical recap of the 9/11 attacks?
-Chuck Scarborough, a news anchor, is the reporter providing a detailed account of the 9/11 attacks.
What were the first two targets struck during the 9/11 attacks?
-The first two targets were the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City. American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower at 8:46 A.M., and United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the South Tower at 9:03 A.M.
What was the weather like on the morning of September 11, 2001?
-The weather on the morning of September 11, 2001, was described as a crystal-clear day, perfect for flying, which the hijackers exploited.
What happened at the Pentagon during the 9/11 attacks?
-At 9:37 A.M., American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon, causing a large fire and significant damage.
What is Flight 93 known for in relation to the 9/11 attacks?
-Flight 93 is known for its passengers and crew attempting to overpower the hijackers, leading to the plane crashing into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, preventing another attack on the nation's capital.
How long after the first impact did the North Tower collapse?
-The North Tower collapsed 1 hour and 42 minutes after the first plane struck the World Trade Center.
What reflections does the news segment offer on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks?
-The news segment reflects on how the shockwaves of 9/11 are still felt 20 years later, with memorials, American Airlines crews paying tribute, and the significance of remembering the victims and the events of that day.
Outlines
ποΈ Reflecting on the 9/11 Tragedy from the Memorial
The segment begins by taking viewers back to the fateful day of September 11, 2001, as the reporter stands 31 stories above the 9/11 Memorial, reflecting on the tragic events that changed New York City and the world forever. The timeline of that morning is revisited, starting from the early hours when the attackers cleared security and hijacked planes from multiple airports. The report follows the sequence of attacks, beginning with American Airlines Flight 11 crashing into the North Tower of the World Trade Center, followed by United Airlines Flight 175 hitting the South Tower. Eyewitness accounts describe the horrifying scenes as the towers were struck and the chaos unfolded. The story captures the moments of confusion, fear, and heroism that defined that day, ending with the tragic crash of Flight 93 in Pennsylvania after passengers fought back against the hijackers.
πΊπΈ The Aftermath: The Collapse and Endurance
This section details the catastrophic collapse of the South Tower and the tragic crash of United Flight 93 in Pennsylvania, where passengers heroically overpowered the hijackers, preventing a second attack on Washington, D.C. The narrative then shifts to the final collapse of the North Tower, marking the end of the terrorist assault within a span of two hours. The reporter reflects on the enduring impact of 9/11, two decades later, emphasizing the emotional and psychological scars left on the nation. The piece concludes with a poignant scene at the 9/11 Memorial, where American Airlines crew members are seen placing wreaths in memory of the victims, symbolizing the continued remembrance and respect for those who lost their lives on that day.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘9/11 Memorial
π‘Twin Towers
π‘Hijackers
π‘Flight 93
π‘The Pentagon
π‘George W. Bush
π‘First Responders
π‘Al-Qaeda
π‘South Tower Collapse
π‘Shanksville, Pennsylvania
Highlights
Operations to prevent a repeat of an incident like 9/11 are in focus.
Reflections from 31 stories above the 9/11 Memorial emphasize the day the world changed forever.
The clear skies on September 11, 2001, starkly contrast the devastating events of the day.
19 Al-Qaeda jihadists executed the most devastating attack on U.S. soil, claiming 2,977 lives.
American Airlines Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower of the World Trade Center at 8:46 A.M.
Flight attendants on board make alarming calls just before the hijackers take over.
Police ordered the evacuation of both towers as first responders rushed to the scene.
United Airlines Flight 175 crashes into the South Tower at 9:03 A.M., causing another explosion.
President George W. Bush is informed of the second attack during a school visit.
American Airlines Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon, intensifying the scale of the attack.
Passengers aboard Flight 93 learn about the ongoing attacks and plan to overpower the hijackers.
The South Tower collapses, followed by the heroic actions of Flight 93 passengers preventing another attack.
Flight 93 crashes into a field in Pennsylvania after passengers storm the cockpit.
At 10:28 A.M., the North Tower collapses, marking the final catastrophic moment of 9/11.
Two decades later, the shockwaves from 9/11 still ripple through our lives, as commemorations continue.
Transcripts
OPERATIONS TO PREVENT A REPEAT
OF AN INCIDENT LIKE THAT.
>>> AS WE STAND 31 STORIES ABOVE
THE 9/11 MEMORIAL IN THIS
HALLOWED GROUND, WE THINK BACK
TO THAT DAY 20 YEARS AGO THAT
THE CITY AND OUR WORLD CHANGED
FOREVER.
OF COURSE, IT IS A DAY THAT
WE'LL NEVER FORGET.
THE TIMELINE OF THE MORNING ALL
THESE YEARS LATER MIGHT BE A
BLUR TO YOU NOW.
>> IT WAS THE TERROR ATTACK THAT
LEFT THE TWIN TOWERS IN RUBBLE
AND THE PENTAGON ON FIRE.
NEWS 4 ANCHOR CHUCK SCARBOROUGH
REPORTED ON ALL OF THIS AND WILL
WALK US THROUGH THAT MORNING.
CHUCK?
>> Reporter: NATALIE, SEPTEMBER
11TH, TUESDAY, 2001, WAS A
CRYSTAL-CLEAR DAY, VERY MUCH
LIKE THIS ONE.
A PERFECT DAY FOR FLYING AND A
PERFECT DAY FOR 19 AL QAEDA
JIHADIS TO PERPETRATOR THE MOST
DEVASTATING ATTACK ON THE
AMERICAN SOIL IN THE COUNTRY'S
HISTORY, TURNING AIRLINERS
FILLED WITH UNSUSPECTING MEN,
WOMEN, AND CHILDREN INTO
MISSILES THAT WOULD CLAIM 2,977
LIVES.
>> NICE AND COMFORTABLE, CLEAR
SKY OUT THERE, SKY BRIGHTENING.
BRILLIANT LOOKING TUESDAY --
>> Reporter: THOUSANDS OF NEW
YORK CITY VOTERS ARE EXPECTED TO
CAST THEIR BALLOTS TODAY --
>> Reporter: IT'S 6:00 A.M. AND
VOTERS ARE TRICKLING IN TO CAST
BALLOTS IN A CROWDED AND HEATED
MAYORAL PRIMARY.
A STOP ON THE WAY TO WORK FOR
MANY NEW YORKERS IN LOWER
MANHATTAN.
300 MILES AWAY, HIJACKERS HAVE
CLEARED SECURITY OF PORT
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN MAINE.
17 OTHER WILL PASS THROUGH
LOGAN, NEWARK, AND DULLES
AIRPORTS.
THE TWO TAKE A SHORT FLIGHT TO
BOSTON WHERE THEY BOARD AMERICAN
AIRLINES FLIGHT 11.
THE FLIGHT TAKES OFF FROM LOS
ANGELES WITH FIVE HIJACKERS ON
BOARD.
UNITED AIRLINES FLIGHT 175 ALSO
BOUND FOR LOS ANGELES IS
AIRBORNE ROUGHLY 15 MINUTES
LATER.
MOMENT LATER A FLIGHT ATTENDANT
ON BOARD FLIGHT 11 MAKES AN
ALARMING CALL TO HER AIRLINE.
>> I DON'T KNOW --
THE DOOR WON'T OPEN.
DURING THE CALL, THE HIJACKER IS
HEARD TRYING TO CALM THE
PASSENGERS HE WILL KILL 22
MINUTES LATER.
>> STAY QUIET.
WE'RE RETURNING TO THE AIRPORT.
>> APPARENTLY A PLANE HAS JUST
CRASHED INTO THE WORLD TRADE
CENTER HERE IN NEW YORK CITY.
>> Reporter: AT 8:46 A.M.,
AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT 11
CRASHES INTO ONE WORLD STRAIGHT
CENTER KILLING HUNDREDS AND
TRAPPING HUNDREDS MORE.
>> IT WAS A PLANE.
NEXT THING YOU KNOW WE HEARD
BOOM.
WE RAN UP TO THE CORNER AND HERE
IS THE WORLD TRADE CENTER.
>> IT WAS A BIG BALL OF FIRE
THAT JUST WENT UP.
>> GETTING REPORTS THAT THERE
WAS A FIRE AT THE WORLD TRADE
CENTER.
THAT'S THE AREA WHERE WE'VE SEEN
THE AIRPLANE.
>> Reporter: POLICE ORDERED THE
EVACUATION OF BOTH TOWERS AS
FIRST RESPONDERS FROM EVERY
CORNER OF THE CITY RUSHED TO
LOWER MANHATTAN.
CALLS POUR IN FROM PEOPLE
TRAPPED ABOVE THE 91st FLOOR.
>> YOU GOT 100 PEOPLE WHERE?
>> 106th FLOOR.
>> YOU TRAPPED?
CAN'T GET TO THE STAIRWAY.
CAN'T GET TO THE ELEVATORS.
>> Reporter: PASSENGERS ON
UNITED 175 KNOW THEY'RE UNDER
ATTACK.
>> HE'S ASCENDING QUICK, TOO.
ANOTHER ONE HIT THE BUILDING.
>> WOW.
>> WOW.
>> IT HIT HARD.
>> THE WORLD TRADE CENTER --
>> Reporter: AT 9:03 A.M.,
UNITED 175 STRIKES THE SOUTH
TOWER OF THE WORLD TRADE CENTER.
>> YOU CAN SEE THAT WE'VE JUST
HAD ANOTHER EXPLOSION.
>> BOTH OF THEM NOW APPEAR TO BE
ON FIRE.
>> ANOTHER ONE JUST HIT.
I'VE NEVER SEEN -- LOOKS LIKE A
MOVIE.
I SAW A LARGE PLANE LIKE A JET
GO IMMEDIATELY HEADED DIRECTLY
INTO THE WORLD TRADE CENTER.
IT -- IT JUST FLEW INTO IT.
>> ALL THAT WE KNOW RIGHT NOW IS
TWO AIRPLANES STRUCK THE TWO
LARGE TOWERS OF THE WORLD TRADE
CENTER.
>> Reporter: PRESIDENT GEORGE
BUSH IS TOLD OF THE SECOND CRASH
WHILE VISITING WITH CHILDREN AT
AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN
SARASOTA, FLORIDA.
>> TODAY WE'VE HAD A NATIONAL
TRAGEDY.
TERRORISM AGAINST OUR NATION
WILL NOT STAND.
>> Reporter: IN WASHINGTON, VICE
PRESIDENT CHENEY AND OTHER
OFFICIALS ARE EVACUATED TO THE
PRESIDENTIAL EMERGENCY
OPERATIONS CENTER OUT OF THE
WHITE HOUSE.
ONE MINUTE LATER, AMERICAN
AIRLINES FLIGHT 77 CRASHES INTO
THE PENTAGON.
>> YOU ARE LOOKING AT LIVE
PICTURES OF WHAT APPEARS TO BE
AN ATTACK ON THE PENTAGON.
>> Reporter: BUT IT'S TOO LATE
FOR THE PASSENGERS AND CREW ON
BOARD FLIGHT 93.
BY NOW, THE ATTACK ON AMERICA
WAS PLAYING OUT ON LIVE TV FOR
EVERYONE TO SEE.
PASSENGERS TRADE PHONE CALLS AND
MESSAGES WITH LOVED ONES AND
TELL THEM ABOUT THE CRASHES AT
THE WORLD TRADE CENTER AND THE
PENTAGON.
>> THE NEWS IS IT'S BEEN
HIJACKED BY TERRORISTS.
THEY ARE PLANNING TO PROBABLY
USE THE PLANE AS A TARGET TO HIT
SOME SITE ON THE GROUND.
IF YOU POSSIBLY CAN TRY TO
OVERPOWER THE GUYS.
>> Reporter: AS THEY FORMULATE A
PLAN TO SEIZE CONTROL FROM THE
HIJACKERS, THE SOUTH TOWER
COLLAPSES.
>> WE'RE NOT SURE EXACTLY WHAT
HAPPENED, BUT IT WAS ANOTHER
EXPLOSION ON THE FAR SIDE OF ONE
OF THE BUILDINGS FROM WHERE
WE'RE STANDING.
>> Reporter: FOUR MINUTES LATER,
FLIGHT 93 CRASHES INTO A FIELD
NEAR THE TOWN OF SHANKSVILLE,
PENNSYLVANIA.
AFTER PASSENGERS AND CREW
HEROICALLY STORMED THE COCKPIT
PREVENTING A SECOND ATTACK ON
THE NATION'S CAPITAL.
THEN AT 10:28, 9/11'S FINAL
CATASTROPHE.
ONE HOUR AND 42 MINUTES AFTER
THE FIRST PLANE STRUCK THE WORLD
TRADE CENTER, THE NORTH TOWER
COLLAPSES.
>> THAT'S THE WORLD TRADE CENTER
TWO THAT JUST COLLAPSED.
THEY'RE GONE.
THE WORLD TRADE CENTER IS NO
MORE.
>> Reporter: NATALIE AND ADAM,
TERRIBLE EVENTS OF THAT MORNING
TOOK LESS THAN TWO HOURS.
HERE WE ARE TWO DECADES LATER
WITH THE SHOCK WAVES FROM THAT
DAY STILL RIPPLING THROUGH OUR
LIVES.
AROUND HERE, WE'VE SEEN A NUMBER
OF AMERICAN AIRLINES CREWS
AROUND THE MEMORIAL HERE
DEPOSITING WREATHS ON THIS DAY
BEFORE THE 20th ANNIVERSARY.
>> CHUCK, WE THANK YOU SO MUCH
FOR THAT LOOK BACK HERE.
AND AS WE'RE TALKING ABOUT, YOU
FEEL THE CALM HERE TODAY.
I'M SEEING THE MORTALITY FLAG,
YOU CAN'T SEE OFF IN THE
DISTANCE THERE WITH THE BREEZE
GOING, AND WE REALLY APPRECIATE
YOUR REFLECTIONS THERE, CHUCK.
THANK YOU FOR THAT.
>>> WE'RE GOING TO BE SHARING
THE STORIES OF VICTIMS LEADING
UP TO THE SEPTEMBER 11TH
CEREMONY 20 YEARS LATER.
WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR OUR
LIVE COVERAGE TOMORROW STARTING
AT 6:00 A.M., ON
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