30 Patriot Day Quotes That Remember the Events of 9/11, Honor Those Who Died and Rally Americans
Commemorate Patriot Day with these words of courage, resilience and inspiration
Patriot Day, or the National Day of Service and Remembrance, is observed every year on September 11 to honor the horrific events from that day, now 23 years ago. It’s not only a day to commemorate the lives lost, but also signifies community, bravery and resilience in the American people. Here, read 30 Patriot Day quotes that embody the meaning of the United States, honor those who lost their lives in the attack and serve as inspiration during dark times.
Patriot Day quotes about 9/11
- “On September 11, we remember the innocent lives lost, the heroes who stepped forward, and the unity that carried us through.” – Unknown
- “9/11 was a reminder that the world is unpredictable, fragile, and sometimes full of tragedy. It was also a reminder that we are resilient, brave, and united.” – Unknown
- “Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.” – President Barack Obama
- “The attacks of September 11 were intended to break our spirit. Instead, we have emerged stronger and more unified.” – Rudy Giuliani
- “The spirit of 9/11 is the spirit of courage, resilience, and unity.” – Unknown
- “In the aftermath of 9/11, we were not defined by the tragedy, but by our response.” – Unknown
- “The bravery of the heroes of 9/11 reminds us that we are stronger together.” – Unknown
- “Remember the hours after September 11 when we came together as one…It was the worst day we have ever seen, but it brought out the best in all of us.” – John Kerry
- “We all have a duty to devote at least a small portion of our daily lives to ensuring that neither America nor the world ever forgets September 11.” – Bill Frist
- “The heroes of 9/11 ran into the fire, not away from it.” – Unknown
Patriot Day quotes about courage
- “Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” – Billy Graham
- “America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.” – Harry S. Truman
- “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell
- “The brave die never, though they sleep in dust: Their courage nerves a thousand living men.” – Minot Judson Savage
- “Courage is not the absence of fear, but the mastery of it.” – Mark Twain
- “9/11 was a reminder that the world is unpredictable, fragile, and sometimes full of tragedy. It was also a reminder that we are resilient, brave, and united.” – Unknown
- “Heroism doesn’t always happen in a burst of glory. Sometimes small triumphs and large hearts change the course of history.” – Mary Roach
- “We rose from the ashes stronger, braver, and more united than ever.” – Unknown
- “We have seen so much heartache, but we have also seen resilience, strength, and courage.” – Unknown
- “Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the assessment that something else is more important than fear.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt
Inspiring Patriot Day quotes
- “One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.” – George W. Bush
- “In the face of adversity, we rise. In the face of fear, we stand together.” – Unknown
- “We didn’t crumble after 9/11. We didn’t falter after the Boston Marathon. But we’re America. Americans will never, ever stand down. We endure. We overcome. We own the finish line.” – President Joe Biden
- “From tragedy, we built a community. From heartbreak, we found hope.” – Unknown
- “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” – Desmond Tutu
- “September 11 is one of our worst days but it brought out the best in us. It unified us as a country and showed our charitable instincts and reminded us of what we stood for and stand for.” – Lamar Alexander
- “Let us not mourn for too long, but rather honor the fallen by living lives worthy of their sacrifice.” – Unknown
- “Patriot Day reminds us that from the ashes of tragedy, we rise with renewed purpose and strength.” – Unknown
- “The attacks aimed to divide us, but they brought us closer together.” – Unknown
- “You can be sure that the American spirit will prevail over this tragedy.” – Colin Powell
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