Pentagon Survivor Shares 9/11 Courage | Portland Maine News

On September 11, 2001, terrorists struck the Pentagon and World Trade Center, claiming 29 of Roy Wallace’s colleagues. A retired Army colonel, Wallace recounted how his military training guided him through chaos—running back into smoke-filled ruins to aid victims, including Lt. Col. Brian Birdwell. Despite unimaginable loss, leadership at the Pentagon refused to halt operations, resuming work the next day. The monumental “Phoenix Project” restored the building in just one year, using original materials and tools. Wallace, later awarded the Soldier’s Medal for heroism, still serves at the Pentagon, urging Americans to remember 9/11 and honor the resilience that emerged from tragedy. 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/648e1fdf1105bcef