9 11: The Day That Changed America | Charleston News

On September 11, 2001, nineteen terrorists hijacked four planes, crashing two into the World Trade Center, one into the Pentagon, and the fourth—fought back by passengers—in a Pennsylvania field. Nearly 3,000 lives were lost in an attack that shattered America’s sense of security, led to the creation of the Department of Homeland Security, launched the war in Afghanistan, and forever changed air travel. The heroic stand of Flight 93 passengers and the sacrifice of first responders remain symbols of courage in the face of unimaginable horror. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c2b99a615e0c6ee3