Honoring those Fallen Warriors killed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom since 9-11-2001 in the Global War on Terrorism. The fallen Warriors of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, 1st BN 109th Infantry Regiment, 55th Brigade Combat Team, . . . — — Map (db m303026) WM
SFC Daniel Lightner Jr. of Hollidaysburg, PA
d: October 27, 2005
While conducting vehicle patrol, an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV.
Ar Ramadi, Iraq.
SSG Keith A. Bennett of Holtwood, PA
d: December 11, . . . — — Map (db m303244) HM WM
Service members killed at the Abby Gate Kabul Airport August 26th, 2021
U.S. Marine Corps. Lance Cpl. David L. Espinoza Age 20 Rio Bravo, TX.
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Nicole L. Gee Age 23 Sacramento, CA.
U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. . . . — — Map (db m303027) WM
On the morning of September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four commercial flights that departed from East Coast airports. Two hijacked aircraft were deliberately crashed into the World Trade Center's Twin Towers in New York City and a third . . . — — Map (db m245507) HM
On the morning of September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda terrorists hijack four commercial U.S. airliners that are departing from East Coast airports. The terrorists fly two jet airliners into the World Trade Centers Twin Towers in New York City and a . . . — — Map (db m100613) HM WM
These seven men died protecting us from terrorists. They and their families made the ultimate sacrifice for you. We honor them and all the Nation's fallen.
Army SGT Christopher A. Golby, originally from Johnstown, PA, died at the age of . . . — — Map (db m303028) WM
Iraqi insurgent attacks on August 6th and 9th, 2005 brought tragedy upon Alpha 1-111th soldiers which constituted the greatest loss of life suffered by any National Guard unit from the Philadelphia region since World War II.
Alpha 1-111th . . . — — Map (db m303272) HM WM
The garden's centerpiece features a compass rose design, spanning 280 feet with seven points four extending 93 feet, symbolizing United Flight 93, and three at 40 feet, representing each hero aboard. At its heart lies a 40-foot fountain, . . . — — Map (db m300776) HM
On September 11, 2001, Flight 93 crashed in the field in front of
you, traveling approximately 563 miles per hour.
The .25 mile walkway and sloped
wall mark the edge of the 40-acre
crash site and debris field.
The 17-ton sandstone . . . — — Map (db m163662) HM WM
This Cross was the first memorial erected at the Flight 93 crash site, offering comfort to the families of the crew and passengers of Flight 93. In 2015, the life-sized 16-foot-tall Cross was relocated from the Flight 93 National Memorial to the . . . — — Map (db m300848) HM
As you gaze out over the Field of Heroes Flag Display, realize that each flag represents a father or mother, brother or sister, son or daughter who gave their life in the Global War on Terrorism to protect our freedom and keep us safe
Over . . . — — Map (db m303025) WM
When family members of the passengers and crew of Flight 93 arrived at the crash site in September 2001, authorities escorted them to this overlook. From a distance, they saw the crash site for the first time, and viewed the investigation and . . . — — Map (db m245444) HM
Named for Edmund Cartlidge, Indian trader. A camp located here, on the Raystown Path, provided good grass for the horses of General Forbes' army in 1758. The site of the redoubt is marked two and a half miles north of here. — — Map (db m21559) HM
A fortified supply depot known as the Stony Creek encampment or fort was a little north of here. The route then leads north to the foot of Laurel Hill, the site of Tomahawk camp. — — Map (db m60109) HM
International military campaign launched by the United States Government to thwart terrorism after the September 11, 2001 attacks and included:
Operation Enduring Freedom - Afghanistan
10-7-2001 to 12-31-2014
On 7 October 2001 British . . . — — Map (db m303448) HM
Welcome to the Remember Me Rose Garden - a "Living Tribute to the Heroes of Flight 93." On September 11, 2001, the courageous passengers and crew fought back against hijackers and prevented a planned attack on our nation's capital, sacrificing . . . — — Map (db m300775) HM
Built in 1853 by John H. Hite, this building has served as the principle (sic) hotel for thousands of stagecoach, railroad, and later automobile travelers between Bedford and Greensburg. In the 1870s it was enlarged from two to three stories, and . . . — — Map (db m52756) HM
June 12, Facebook post from Regina B., wife of wounded veteran Phillip B. who in the wake of 9/11 answered the call to serve his country.
"There are moments in our lives that impact us far more than others. Some even life changing. . . . — — Map (db m303136) HM WM
After seizing control of Flight 93, the hijackers forced the crew and passengers to the back of the plane and ordered them to be quiet. One terrorist claimed to have a bomb strapped to his waist. The passengers and crew used Airfones on seatbacks . . . — — Map (db m245446) HM
Minutes after the crash, first responders arrive on the scene, along with the Pennsylvania State Police. The September 11 attacks generate the largest investigation in FBI history. The primary goal of the investigation is to recover sufficient . . . — — Map (db m100697) HM WM
First responders quickly determined there were no survivors of the Flight 93 crash. The Pennsylvania State Police secured the crash site as a federal crime scene. The September 11 attack led to the largest investigation in FBI history. Hundreds of . . . — — Map (db m245520) HM
Dedicated in 2024, the Kavod Garden - Kavod meaning "honor" in Hebrew was established in collaboration with the 10.27 Healing Partnership. Designed in the shape of a Star of David, it honors all faiths represented by the crew and passengers of . . . — — Map (db m300834) HM
U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant John Chapman was born in Springfield, MA, on July 14, 1965. On September 27, 1985, he followed in his father's footsteps and enlisted in the USAF. Although he originally trained in information systems, he . . . — — Map (db m303041) HM WM
The day begins with a cloudless, bright blue sky over the mid-Atlantic states. Seven crew members assigned to Flight 93 prepare for the early morning nonstop flight from Newark, New Jersey, to San Francisco, California. Thirty-three passengers . . . — — Map (db m100646) HM WM
Mission: to militarily defeat DAESH in the Combined Joint Operations Area by, with, and through regional partners in order to enable whole-of-government actions to increase regional stability.
Dates: Formed 17 October 2014 during . . . — — Map (db m303447) HM WM
Why build a Global War on Terrorism Memorial?
This Memorial honors our armed forces and their families for the sacrifices they have made to preserve and protect our freedoms. These modern-day American patriots -- all volunteers -- have . . . — — Map (db m303262) HM WM
Born August 3, 1986 to Nils and Frances (nee Kamienowski) Thompson. He was a deeply religious Catholic and Christian, a Staten Island native who grew up playing with GI Joes. He dreamt of joining the military as a young boy as his grandfather, . . . — — Map (db m303446) HM WM
The 1924 Complete Official Road Guide of the Lincoln Highway reports that Stoystown (population, 400) had a speed limit of 15 mph, enforced! Located about a block east from this location is one of the original Lincoln Highway cement . . . — — Map (db m232914) HM
Encircling the garden is Ryan's Trail, a half-mile, wheelchair-accessible path named in honor of Ryan Cenk. For his Eagle Scout Project, Ryan raised nearly $14,000 to install 15 teakwood benches along this trail, providing visitors with spaces . . . — — Map (db m300847) HM
Key evidence in the investigation of the September 11 terrorist attack was recovered at the Flight 93 site. FBI teams launched the investigation while State Police provided security. Mining company buildings, since removed, became their command . . . — — Map (db m245442) HM
The War on Terrorism transcends America to places like Salah Ad Bin Province, Iraq.
Here, on October 17, 2005, U.S. Army Sergeant, Alwyn Cashe was on a nighttime patrol in hostile territory with Company A, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry . . . — — Map (db m303040) HM WM
In the attacks of September 11, 2001, terrorists target prominent symbols of the United States to create fear and a feeling of vulnerability in the American people. News of the attacks is met with disbelief, sorrow, and anger, followed quickly by a . . . — — Map (db m245518) HM
SSgt Brian Hause was born in Somerset, Pennsylvania, to Kathy Levernight Hause, on June 16th 1979. Brian graduated from Johnstown Christian School, Hollsopple, PA. It was his selfless love of family and country that motivated him to enlist in the . . . — — Map (db m303444) HM WM
September 11, 2001 began with a clear, bright blue sky across the northeastern United States. The seven crew members assigned to Flight 93 prepared for the morning's nonstop trip from Newark, New Jersey, to San Francisco, California. Thirty-three . . . — — Map (db m245509) HM
AK 26
AL 106
AR 89
AZ 155
CA 760
CO 104
CT 51
DE 20
FL 355
GA 73
HI 40
IA 73
ID 51
IL 261
IN 159
KS 78
KY 114
LA 129
MA 130
MD 126
ME 51
MI 229
MN 98
MO 157
MS 79 . . . — — Map (db m303123) WM
A. Visitor Shelter
Located at the eastern edge of the Memorial Plaza, this small glass and concrete building provides shelter from the weather.
B. Memorial Plaza
The black walkway and sloped wall mark the edge of the debris field . . . — — Map (db m313140) HM
Visitor Shelter
Located at the eastern
edge of the Memorial
Plaza, this small building
provides shelter from the
weather and a place to
leave messages.
Memorial Plaza
The black walkway and
sloped wall mark the
edge of the . . . — — Map (db m206088) HM
COOPER
Breed: Labrador
Color: Golden
Deployment: Iraq/Afghanistan
Handler: Corporal Kory Duane Wiens
Following in his grandfather's footsteps, Corporal Wiens joined the 94th Mine Dog Detachment, 5th Engineer Battalion, 1st . . . — — Map (db m303121) HM WM
The Memorial Plaza is the culminating feature of the memorial. It marks the edge of
the crash site, which is the final resting place of the passengers and crew of Flight 93.
A Place of Respect
Please help maintain the
solemnity of . . . — — Map (db m163661) WM
The Memorial Plaza is the culminating feature of the memorial. It marks the edge of
the crash site, which is the final resting place of the passengers and crew of Flight 93.
A Place of Respect
Please help maintain the
solemnity of . . . — — Map (db m245445) HM
Aboard Flight 93, one terrorist claims to
have a bomb strapped to his waist. The crew and passengers are forced to the back of the plane and ordered to be quiet. Using Airfones from the seat backs in the rear of the plane and cellphones, . . . — — Map (db m100681) HM WM
Adjacent to the Compass Rose, this meadow blooms with more than 1.5 acres of wildflowers, serving as a vibrant pollinator garden during the summer months. The diverse flora enhances the garden's beauty and symbolizes resilience and renewal, . . . — — Map (db m300889) HM
