The attacks of 11 September 2001 changed how the NATO Alliance thinks about security.
Twenty-five years ago today, at 08:46, the first plane struck the North Tower. The following day, NATO Allies took an unprecedented step, invoking Article 5 and agreeing that an attack against the United States is considered an attack against them all.
America was not standing alone.
Today, our flags in Norfolk, Virginia, fly at half-staff. From NATO’s home in North America, we remember the lives lost and honor all who have served in the years since.
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