A tragic event occurred 25 years ago, claiming many lives. Hijackers crashed planes into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. The first crash happened at 8:46 a.m.

and was followed by another at 9:03 a.m. into the South Tower. The attacks also targeted the Pentagon, resulting in significant loss of life.

The South Tower collapsed at 9:59 a.m. Further details about the events are available from the source. The country was deeply affected by these events, and the aftermath was widely felt.

More information can be found through the Ellie-Vated Conversations series, which reflects on this tragic day.