SAN ANTONIO – On the 16th anniversary of Sept. 11, thousands from across the nation took to social media to pay their respects and remember the lives that were lost during the deadly terrorist attacks on 9/11.
Hundreds of Americans also gathered around the Ground Zero Memorial where the Twin Towers once stood, memorializing 9/11 victims with roses, American flags and portraits Monday morning.
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While many on social media used hash tags #NeverForget and #September11 to commemorate the 2,977 people killed and the thousands of others who were wounded when hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in a field in Pennsylvania.
Posted by KSAT 12 & KSAT.com on Monday, September 11, 2017
As America remembers the victims of Sept. 11, San Antonio officials, first responders, schools and average citizens also displayed their sympathy on Twitter and Facebook, voicing their unity to fight for a more loving world.
“On this 16th anniversary of September 11th, we remember the lives lost and the work remaining to ensure a more peaceful world. #Never Forget,” Mayor Ron Nirenberg said.
On this 16th anniversary of September 11th, we remember the lives lost and the work remaining to ensure a more peaceful world. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/zozGN9mK50
— Mayor Ron Nirenberg (@Ron_Nirenberg) September 11, 2017
“#NISDInspired – Many of our JROTC units are remembering #September11th by hosting #PatriotsDay ceremonies on their campuses. #NeverForget,” Northside Independent School District wrote on its Twitter page.
#NISDInspired- Many of our JROTC units are remembering #September11th by hosting #PatriotDay ceremonies on their campuses. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/DCPsQPqHwA
— Northside ISD (@NISD) September 11, 2017
Here is how San Antonio is remembering the lives lost on 9/11:
To show your support, use the hash tags #NeverForget and #September11.
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Posted by San Antonio Fire Department on Monday, September 11, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with our first responder family in New York, and all who were affected by the events... https://t.co/DPiAnlw81H
— San Antonio PD (@SATXPolice) September 11, 2017
Today we honor & remember those who lost their lives 16 years ago during the #September11th attacks & our first responders. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/5QKES2kFjd
— Bexar County, Texas (@BexarCounty) September 11, 2017
As we reflect on the events that occurred on 9/11 & honor who we lost, we must never stop the fight to conquer hate with love #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/0fAB1Gg9IO
— Rep. Ina Minjarez (@vote4ina) September 11, 2017
Today we remember all the lives that were forever changed. We honor all the lives lost, & all those that saved countless lives. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/QhDJozoQFE
— José Menéndez (@Menendez4Texas) September 11, 2017
UIW is honoring 9/11 with an ecumenical service today at 12 p.m. in Our Lady’s Chapel. #NeverForget pic.twitter.com/MBb0svZjgx
— UIW (@uiwcardinals) September 11, 2017
Today, we remember. #NeverForget #September11th pic.twitter.com/0tSWIZ2zch
— Morgan's Wonderland (@MorgansWndrlnd) September 11, 2017
Hard to believe it's been 16 years. The memories are still so fresh in my mind. We will NEVER forget. God Bless the USA 🇺🇲️ #September11 pic.twitter.com/yKPgaPe6Mw
— Patricia Chavez (@PatriciaEChavez) September 11, 2017
We will never forget. Remembering the fallen, praying for their families. #September11 #NeverForget #Remember #Praying #USA #GodBlessAmerica pic.twitter.com/X2LX7Ei7SH
— Livingway Church (@livingwaysa) September 11, 2017
Remembrance Day - #WeWillNeverForget #September11 pic.twitter.com/WD7UWe15Io
— An-GELI-ca (@matageli) September 11, 2017
Remember the families and friends. Remember the helpers. Remember the heroes. #patriotday #september11 pic.twitter.com/RSzFKdh40E
— A. Keene, Librarian (@akeenelibrarian) September 11, 2017
I'll never ever forget. #September11 pic.twitter.com/mYv5DAjYUT
— Monica Ingram (@monivic) September 10, 2017
Sixteen years later, we honor and remember those who lost their lives on 9/11. We will #NeverForget . ♥️ #PatriotDay #September11th pic.twitter.com/3N41dde6tN
— Woodlawn Theatre (@woodlawntheatre) September 11, 2017
#NeverForget #September11 pic.twitter.com/NxeRZ6QF4k
— SchertzCiboloUC ISD (@SCUCISD) September 11, 2017
#NeverForget the love we all had for each other after that day. That's what makes, and has always made, America great. #September11
— Lisa Limon (@LisaLimonTx) September 11, 2017
❤️🇺🇸❤️ pic.twitter.com/c9koxl9d8e
