September 11 Memorial: a Tribute of Remembrance and Honor

Wednesday marks the 12th anniversary of that September morning that changed the lives of millions of Americans. Nearly 3,000 people were killed at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, Pa. and the Pentagon.

As in other years, a ceremony will be held at the National September 11 Memorial which stands within the footprints of the Twin Towers.

The names of every person killed in the 2001 and 1993 attacks are inscribed in bronze near twin reflecting ponds, according to the memorial’s website. Each name will be read at the ceremony. 

Google Earth 3D provides a close up look at the memorial on this somber day.