I watched as a hijacked plane flew over my home - moments later my wife was killed on 9/11
Charles Wolf recounts the tragic loss of his wife, Katherine, during the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. He reflects on their life together and his subsequent advocacy work for victims' families.
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Provides a personal, human-interest perspective on the long-term impact of the 9/11 attacks on survivors and families.
Image source, Charles Wolf Image caption, Charles Wolf said he "hit the jackpot" when he met his wife, Katherine
When a plane flew low over Charles Wolf's New York City apartment on a sunny morning 25 years ago, he knew immediately that something was wrong.
Seconds later, the plane slammed into the north tower of the World Trade Center - where his wife Katherine, from Swansea, was working.
Katherine died instantly, becoming one of 2,977 people killed in the al-Qaeda terrorist attacks on the USA on 11 September, 2001 .
Charles, who subsequently led a campaign to ensure the victims' families and dependants were fairly compensated, said his "wonderful" wife would be proud of what he fought for.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Katherine Wolf had been working with insurance firm Marsh and McLennan on the north tower's 97th floor
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