Watch: First moment of silence in NYC at 8:46 a.m. when hijackers crashed plane into WTC North Tower
Summary
At 8:46 a.m. on September 11, 2001, hijackers crashed American Airlines Flight 11 into the North Tower of the World Trade Center in New York City. A moment of silence was held at this exact time to remember the start of the terrorist attacks that changed history 25 years ago.Key Facts
- The plane involved was American Airlines Flight 11.
- It was hijacked by terrorists.
- The crash happened at 8:46 a.m. on September 11, 2001.
- The plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center.
- This event was the beginning of the terrorist attacks on 9/11.
- A moment of silence is observed at the same time each year to remember this event.
- The attacks had a major impact on the United States and the world.
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