– United Airlines Flight 175 (Boston to Los Angeles) takes off. Five hijackers are on board.
– President George W. Bush, visiting an elementary school in Florida, is informed of the second crash. He remains seated for several minutes, reading “The Pet Goat” with students. 9 11 timeline
– UA 175 crashes into the South Tower (2 WTC) between floors 77 and 85. The impact is broadcast live to millions watching on television. It is now clear this is a deliberate attack. – United Airlines Flight 175 (Boston to Los
– President Bush, now aboard Air Force One, announces from Barksdale Air Force Base that U.S. military is on high alert worldwide. visiting an elementary school in Florida
We remember those lost, those who survived, and those who rushed to help.