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President Bush September 11th Oval Office Address

11 SEP 2026 · 13:53 ET·4:29·77.9K VIEWS·21.7× USUAL PACE

Following coordinated terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, President George W. Bush delivered an address from the Oval Office. He stated that the U.S. was resolute in finding and punishing those responsible, emphasizing that the government remained fully functional and pledging the federal government's resources to emergency efforts.

WHY IT MATTERS

This speech marked a pivotal moment in American history, defining the nation's response to the 9/11 attacks and setting the stage for the subsequent 'War on Terror'.

GEORGE W. BUSH SEPTEMBER 11TH OVAL OFFICE ADDRESS TERRORISM

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