Where were you when the world stood still on September 11, 2001?

Cpl Brett Wagner — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 21:50:07 -0400

What are your memories from that day? I was living in Virginia about 25 miles south of D.C. but working within miles of the Pentagon, in fact I was scheduled to be there that day and I lost 3 colleagues at the Pentagon that day.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 10 at 2014 10:09 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 22:09:48 -0400

I was getting ready for work when my wife called me in to the front room. Couldn't believe what happened and I was totally lost for several weeks.

Response by MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca made Sep 10 at 2014 10:22 PM

MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 22:22:59 -0400

"klaatu barada nikto"

At work thinking what idiot could possibly fly a plane into the world trade center. Then upon seeing the second one hit live, I knew we weren't in Kansas any more.

Response by MSG Wally Carmichael made Sep 11 at 2014 2:43 AM

MSG Wally Carmichael — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 02:43:29 -0400

I was on the parade field outside of WBAMC, Ft Bliss TX. We were doing rehearsals for a Change of Command. The crazy thing is. The incoming Commander (LTC) had just come from the Pentagon. His office was destroyed with his replacement sitting at the desk. Tough times.

Response by Capt Jeff S. made Sep 11 at 2014 2:55 AM

Capt Jeff S. — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 02:55:03 -0400

Fixing a computer for a doctor. Had my own computer repair business going called "Custom MicroSystems". While I was over at his place my wife called and said to turn on the TV. Our jaws dropped. I was pretty sure the first plane was no accident and when the 2nd one hit, there was no doubt it was a terrorist attack. Was surprised to see the towers collapse straight down. My fear was a tower leaning over and falling on other buildings...