story6536.xml
Title
story6536.xml
Source
born-digital
Media Type
story
Date Entered
2002-09-12
911DA Story: Story
Effects of Terrorism
After the tragic events of 9/11/01, American?s attitude was changed dramatically. America watched in shock as the planes hit the WTC and the Pentagon. America retaliated, but without satisfying it?s citizen?s insecurities. Those insecurities included safety, opinions, and the future generations. During this period, not many things were certain, but one thing was; this day was never to be forgotten.
A subject that came to mind after the death of thousands was the safety of my family. I started realizing how important my family was and how much I love them. I appreciated them more for how much they care about me. Although my family wasn?t effected directly, I realize d how much they meant to me.
America?s attitude towards life was also changed by the attacks. People?s approach to common aspects of life as differed from before the tragedy. The lost of lives led to the lost of security and a sense of uncertainty. Some people?s opinions on the Middle East have also changed. Although we know the chances of being attacks are slim, we are still anxious when it comes to boarding plans or visiting big cities. President Bush asked us to return to our normal lives, but I do not think the disaster of 9/11 will ever be forgotten.
I have heard many stories about how adults have a hard time dealing with 9/11, but it is even harder for the younger generation to cope with this tragedy. The world is already confusing to kids with the violence and drugs, but this event might be too much for them to comprehend. Major events such as this could teach the children of tomorrow to hate and discriminate. This is why I think schools should include this as a part of the material to properly inform the kids on the attack.
Terrorism has definitely taken its toll on the United States. It has affected the ordinary things such as caring for loved ones and perspectives on things that never came to mind before. Ask anyone and they?ll tell you 9/11 is a dark day, but in a different perspective, you will realize that this event has brought the country together. It also made us appreciate our firefighters and policeman more. So, in conclusion, 9/11 is no doubt a sad day, but we should learn from our mistakes and move on to a newer and better tomorrow.
After the tragic events of 9/11/01, American?s attitude was changed dramatically. America watched in shock as the planes hit the WTC and the Pentagon. America retaliated, but without satisfying it?s citizen?s insecurities. Those insecurities included safety, opinions, and the future generations. During this period, not many things were certain, but one thing was; this day was never to be forgotten.
A subject that came to mind after the death of thousands was the safety of my family. I started realizing how important my family was and how much I love them. I appreciated them more for how much they care about me. Although my family wasn?t effected directly, I realize d how much they meant to me.
America?s attitude towards life was also changed by the attacks. People?s approach to common aspects of life as differed from before the tragedy. The lost of lives led to the lost of security and a sense of uncertainty. Some people?s opinions on the Middle East have also changed. Although we know the chances of being attacks are slim, we are still anxious when it comes to boarding plans or visiting big cities. President Bush asked us to return to our normal lives, but I do not think the disaster of 9/11 will ever be forgotten.
I have heard many stories about how adults have a hard time dealing with 9/11, but it is even harder for the younger generation to cope with this tragedy. The world is already confusing to kids with the violence and drugs, but this event might be too much for them to comprehend. Major events such as this could teach the children of tomorrow to hate and discriminate. This is why I think schools should include this as a part of the material to properly inform the kids on the attack.
Terrorism has definitely taken its toll on the United States. It has affected the ordinary things such as caring for loved ones and perspectives on things that never came to mind before. Ask anyone and they?ll tell you 9/11 is a dark day, but in a different perspective, you will realize that this event has brought the country together. It also made us appreciate our firefighters and policeman more. So, in conclusion, 9/11 is no doubt a sad day, but we should learn from our mistakes and move on to a newer and better tomorrow.
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Citation
“story6536.xml,” September 11 Digital Archive, accessed December 30, 2025, https://911digitalarchive.org/items/show/8064.