September 11th memorial event in New York with drone installation

2,997 drones - one drone for every victim of the September 11th attacks - will briefly make the World Trade Center part of the New York skyline again. Silent commemoration of one of the most drastic events in recent history.

Farhan Haq, deputy UN spokesman: »25 years ago, the heinous terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, an attack on humanity itself, claimed thousands of lives and left a lasting mark on our world. On this sad anniversary, we remember the nearly 3,000 victims from across the United States and more than 90 foreign countries and stand with their families and loved ones.”

James Smith is a retired police officer. He lost his wife in the terrorist attacks.

James Smith, retired NYPD officer: »I want people to remember the victims. We are all part of this community. We are New Yorkers, we will always be New Yorkers, and we have to stick together.”