September 11

Freedom Tower rising to take its rightful place in the New York skyline

It was eleven years ago today that Americans suffered through one of the darkest days in our history when airplanes commandeered by terrorists crashed into the Twin Towers in New York, the Pentagon in Washington DC, and the field in Shanksville Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people died that day, and countless more still live with the emotional and physical scars triggered by the deadliest attack ever launched on American soil. 

As we reflect in our own personal way about the events that transpired that day, our heartfelt thanks goes to the men and women who selflessly came to the aid of their fellow Americans. The acts of bravery performed that day by the first responders, Postal Service employees and every day citizens inspired us to pick up the pieces, rebuild our lives and carry on with a renewed vigor for the American way of life.

The construction of the Freedom Tower at the World Trade Center site is almost complete. It will rise to 90 stories and be the tallest building in the western hemisphere­­––a fitting symbol of America's collective strength, determination and unity.