'A slow loss of hope'
Ireland is marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks with commemorative events to honor the victims, including several Irish citizens. The story reflects on the personal impact of the tragedy through the experience of the McHugh family.
Why it matters
The anniversary serves as a moment of collective remembrance for the global impact of the 9/11 attacks and the enduring grief of affected families.
Twenty-five years ago, what began as an ordinary Tuesday morning turned into a day that changed the world forever.
Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in the September 11th terrorist attacks in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania. Seven of those were Irish born and at least 18 people with direct ties to Ireland were among the victims.
The events of that day left a lasting impact on communities on both sides of the Atlantic.
Commemorative events will be held across Ireland this weekend to remember those of Irish heritage who died and to honour the courage shown by so many in the aftermath of the attacks.
For the McHugh family from Co Galway, 11 September 2001 is a day they will never forget.
Born in America but raised in Tuam, 35-year-old Anne-Marie McHugh was working as a financial broker in the World Trade Centre that day.
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