The 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and Flight 93 is a time of somber reflection on the lives lost, but also a time to honor and celebrate the heroes who saved others, encouraged unity and whose patriotism and kindness proved undying. The end of the stalemate War on Terror in Afghanistan—that cost thousands of lives and trillions of dollars—is another reminder of how far we’ve come since 9/11 and how far we still have to go. These 9/11 memes honor the fallen, celebrate the lives of those who gave theirs and remind us why we’ll never forget.
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9/11 Memes
1. Remember the helpers.
– rice (@ CheekyM72) September 11, 2016
2. Honor their memories.
3. Reflect.
We will never forget.#September11 pic.twitter.com/MxBmpBSt5P
– Alejandro Sanz (@AlejandroSanz) September 11, 2021
4. Remember the first responders.
5. Cherish each moment with the ones you love.
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6. Never forget.
7. Honor the heroes.
No funny memes. No science humor. Just a day to remember those who we lost 20 years ago, and those who have passed since. #September11 pic.twitter.com/a94OkkkcD2
— Steve Kilpatrick (@MrKilpatrickTHS) September 11, 2021
8. Todd Beamer was a portrait of bravery.
9. A Christian missive for those who believe.
10. Tell people you love them.
11. Former President Barack Obama said meaningful words to mark the day.
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12. We could all use a little more Mr. Rogers.
You know this Mr. Rogers quote? #ComeFromAway is like two hours all about the helpers on 9/11. It’s heartbreaking and funny and just great pic.twitter.com/G9ZaOnr4m5
— Jennifer Wright (@JenAshleyWright) July 26, 2017
13. Welles Crowther, the man in the red bandana was a hero: He didn’t look for a reward or recognition. He just did what he could for others.
It is so important that we don’t forget the true heroes of the day 20 years ago today. My contribution is Welles Crowther, the man in the red bandana. pic.twitter.com/pdc0h4KIB5
— HLC Go Buffalo Blue Jays (@__hlc__) September 11, 2021
14. Markers for moments of silence.
15. Heartbreaking last words.
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16. A haunting visual.
20 years ago today…#911Anniversary #NeverForget911 pic.twitter.com/Ma7rzTCSEv
— Jody Wilson-Raybould 王州迪 Vancouver Granville (@Puglaas) September 11, 2021
17. Mark Bingham was a hero.
#flight93 #NeverForget #NeverForget911
Rest in Peace. pic.twitter.com/G2wb3Urz7A— KeanoTheDog (@judgeyourself99) September 11, 2021
18. Powerful words.
And today we remember…#NeverForget911 pic.twitter.com/WMs0KP1DY1
— Jules White (@The_Last_Hurdle) September 11, 2021
19. Some helpers have tails.
#NeverForget911 #NeverForget search and rescue dogs worked tirelessly at Ground Zero. pic.twitter.com/DxI7Oxpzdr
— KeanoTheDog (@judgeyourself99) September 11, 2021
20. Never, ever forget.
Next, watch Jon Stewart’s Daily Show 9/11 monologue and speeches for first responders.