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Quotations for Patriot Day
September 11th Commemoration
National Day of Service and Remembrance
Patriot Day... holiday observed in the United States on
With the tears a Land hath shed
Their graves should ever be green...
~Thomas Bailey Aldrich
The stern hand of fate has scourged us to an elevation where we can see the everlasting things that matter for a nation — the great peaks we had forgotten, of Honor, Duty, Patriotism, and, clad in glittering white, the towering pinnacle of Sacrifice pointing like a rugged finger to Heaven. As long as the men and women of this generation last, they will carry in their hearts the image of those mighty peaks whose foundations are not shaken, though the country rock and sway in the convulsions of a catastrophe. ~David Lloyd George, "Through Terror to Triumph!," 1914 [altered
The brave die never, tho' they sleep in dust;
Their courage nerves a thousand living men...
~Minot J. Savage, "Decorating the Soldiers' Graves"
On this first observance of Patriot Day, we remember and honor those who perished in the terrorist attacks of
Unable are the Loved to die
For Love is Immortality...
~Emily Dickinson
The true legacy of 9/11 is that our spirit is mightier, the bonds that unite us are thicker, and the resolve is firmer than the million tons of limestone and concrete that make up that great edifice behind me. ~Joe Biden, Remarks by the Vice President at the Pentagon 9/11
God gave burdens, also shoulders. ~Yiddish proverb
I can think of no more stirring symbol of man's humanity to man than a fire engine. ~Kurt Vonnegut (1922–2007)
Faith is the bird that feels the light
and sings when the dawn is still dark.
~Rabindranath Tagore
Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than one's fear. ~Ambrose Redmoon (James Neil Hollingworth) (1933–1996), "No Peaceful Warriors!," 1991
The hero deed can not expire,
The dead still play their part.
~Charles Sangster, "Brock," 1859
God understands our prayers even when we can't find the words to say them. ~Author unknown
Those whom we lost last
On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we honor every life that was taken too soon. We honor the first responders — firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency workers, and service members — who answered the call of duty, and the brave civilians who rushed into action to save lives that day. Their courage embodies the American spirit and resilience, and their heroism continues to inspire new generations of Americans...
Today, on this Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we move forward as one Nation, united by our common goal of liberty and justice for all. We remember those killed on
There are some griefs so loud
They could bring down the sky,
And there are griefs so still
None knows how deep they lie,
Endured, never expended.
~May Sarton, "Of Grief," A Durable Fire, 1972
As we remember
...while we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil... ~John Taylor, 1882
For the brave and the true
...the red, white and blue
Are united forever.
~William Woodman, "Emblems of Decoration Day," 1892
Honor. Serve. Unite. The
I have long lived by the precept "Courage is being afraid, but going on anyhow." ~Dan Rather
On September 11, 2001, amid shattered glass, twisted steel, and clouds of dust, the spirit of America shone through. We remember the sacrifice of strangers and first responders who rushed into darkness to carry others from danger. We remember the unbreakable bonds of unity we felt in the long days that followed — how we held each other, how we came to our neighbors' aid, how we prayed for one another. We recall how Americans of every station joined together to support the survivors in their hour of need and to heal our Nation in the years that followed.
Today, we can honor those we lost by building a Nation worthy of their memories. Let us also live up to the selfless example of the heroes who gave of themselves in the face of such great evil. As we mark the anniversary of
There are things that we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know but have to learn, and people we can't live without but have to let go. ~Author unknown
With the hearts of those we lost held faithfully in our memories, we reaffirm the unwavering optimism and everlasting strength that brought us together in our darkest hour, and we resolve to give of ourselves in service to others in that same spirit. ~Barack Obama, Presidential Proclamation — Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, 2016
Wherever a man turns he can find someone who needs him. ~Albert Schweitzer (1875–1965)
Although words cannot ease the pain of these losses — paying tribute by recalling not just the horror of that day but the heroism as well can hopefully give you some comfort and stiffen the resolve of this nation. ~Joe Biden, Remarks by the Vice President at the Pentagon 9/11
God is closest to those with broken hearts. ~Jewish saying
Three years ago, our country was ruthlessly attacked, and more than 3,000 innocent people lost their lives. We will always remember the victims: sons and daughters, husbands and wives, dads and moms, family members, co-workers, and friends. And we will always be inspired by the heroism and decency of our fellow citizens on that day. Police, firefighters, emergency rescue personnel, doctors, nurses, and many others risked their own lives to save the lives of their fellow citizens. They demonstrated the great character and bravery of our Nation, and they embody the great spirit of America. ~George W. Bush, Proclamation, Patriot Day, 2004
Four years have passed since our country was brutally attacked on a quiet September morning. On that day, thousands of innocent lives were taken from us. The victims and the families who lost loved ones remain in the hearts and prayers of our Nation. We also remember the courage of the firefighters, police officers, emergency rescue personnel, and scores of private citizens who showed us the true meaning of heroism and demonstrated our resolve to the world. ~George W. Bush, Proclamation, Patriot Day, 2005
On the fifth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001, we recall the fire and horror at the twin towers of the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a Pennsylvania field. America will always remember the thousands of innocent lives taken by the enemies of freedom that morning. In the face of these unspeakable attacks, we were reminded that the great strength of America is found in the hearts and souls of our citizens. We witnessed firefighters, police officers, other public safety officials, and ordinary Americans demonstrate extraordinary courage, risking their lives to save innocent victims. We saw our country united in compassion as Americans came together to provide relief and bring hope to others. ~George W. Bush, Proclamation, Patriot Day, 2006
In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of
Today, we pay tribute to the selfless heroes and innocent victims of
United by a common creed, a commitment to lifting up our neighbors, and a belief that we are stronger when we stand by one another, we must find the courage to carry forward the legacy of those who stepped up in our time of need. By devoting ourselves to each other and recognizing that we are a part of something bigger than ourselves just as heroic patriots did on
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