On September 11, 2001 a total of 19 terrorists hijacked 4 civilian aircraft and headed to different targets in the United States. Two planes were steered into the two towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, the third plane hit the pentagon in Arlington, Virginia the fourth plane which headed to the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. The two towers in New York City collapsed because of the large explosion that was caused by the large amount of fuel remaining in the aircraft. The collapse caused damage to the other buildings of the WTC so that some hours later the seventh of the building complex collapsed too. The attack in New York City killed 2,606 people inside the towers, the aircraft and on the ground. The third plane hit the west side of the Pentagon and killed 189 people. The crash of the plane in Arlington costs the life of all 44 passengers. A total of 2,996 people lost their life on the September 11 attacks including operational forces of the police and firefighters.1
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 September 11, 2001 – important facts
1.2 Attackers and their background
1.3 Why did I choose this topic
2. President Bush's speech after 9/11
2.1 Meaning and content
2.2 Relation to the American Dream
3. Aftermath
3.1 "War on Terror"
3.2 View on Muslims after the terrorist attack
3.3 Change of the American national consciousness
4. Formulation of a result
4.1 My own opinion about what happened after September 11 attacks
Objectives and Topics
This term paper examines the historical context, political repercussions, and socio-cultural consequences of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States, analyzing the transition from the tragedy to the global "War on Terror" and its impact on Western values and international relations.
- The background and personal profiles of the 9/11 hijackers and the "Hamburg cell."
- An analysis of President George W. Bush’s post-9/11 rhetoric and its ideological implications.
- The legal and military implementation of the "War on Terror" and its impact on civil liberties.
- Societal shifts regarding Islamophobia and the changing nature of American national identity.
- The ethical justification for foreign military interventions and the spread of democratic values.
Excerpt from the Book
3.1 "War on Terror"
"War on Terror" was the official designation of the U.S. government for the international fight against terrorism. This description includes not only military steps, but also legal measures. The 40th United States President Ronald Reagan used this name for the first time in 1985 supplied in the attacks on international peacekeepers in Beirut and other attacks in the year before. The spread of the name however took place by George W. Bush the 43th U.S. President after the attacks on September 11, 2001. This was an announcement for a global war against terrorism.
In October 2001 the U.S. government published a list of the 22 most wanted terrorists. In the same month British and American military forces started the hunt for terrorists on the East African coast. On October 26, 2001 the ''Patriot Act'' becomes legally in the U.S. This law is used to support the hunt for terrorist and the protection of American citizens. In threats the fundamental rights of the population can be restricted. The Patriot Act facilitates especially the work of the FBI, which is the competent authority when it comes to cases of internal security. A typical approach in those cases is the phone and internet surveillance without the necessity of a judicial authorization. Also house searchings may take place without the knowledge of the owner. Basically, the authorities have the right to monitor any citizen of the United States even if no evidence is available against a person.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction: Provides essential facts regarding the September 11 attacks, details the background of the perpetrators, and explains the author's motivation for addressing this subject.
2. President Bush's speech after 9/11: Analyzes the content and strategic purpose of President Bush's post-attack address, linking it to the concept of the American Dream.
3. Aftermath: Discusses the implementation of the "War on Terror," the rise of Islamophobia, and the transformation of the American national consciousness.
4. Formulation of a result: Concludes with the author’s personal perspective on the geopolitical consequences of the attacks and the justification of military engagement.
Keywords
September 11, 9/11, Terrorism, War on Terror, Al-Qaeda, Hamburg cell, George W. Bush, Patriot Act, Islamophobia, American Dream, National Consciousness, Afghanistan, Security Policy, Foreign Policy, Radical Islamism.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this paper?
The paper explores the consequences of the 9/11 attacks, covering the perpetrators' background, the resulting political discourse in the U.S., and the broader global aftermath, including the "War on Terror."
What are the central themes of the work?
Key themes include the organizational structure of terrorist cells, governmental responses to national security threats, the tension between civil liberties and surveillance, and the social climate toward Muslims post-9/11.
What is the core research question or goal?
The goal is to clarify the correlations between the events of September 11 and the subsequent global political, legal, and societal consequences that followed.
Which scientific methods are utilized?
The author uses a qualitative approach, analyzing official government speeches, political documentation, historical facts, and contemporary media representations to form a reasoned argument.
What topics are discussed in the main section?
The main section addresses the "Hamburg cell," the rhetoric of President Bush, the legal impacts of the Patriot Act, the rise of Islamophobia in Western society, and the shift in American national identity.
Which keywords best characterize this publication?
The paper is best characterized by terms such as 9/11, War on Terror, Islamophobia, American Dream, Patriot Act, and Geopolitical Consequences.
How does the author evaluate the "Hamburg cell"?
The author identifies the "Hamburg cell" as a critical group responsible for the planning and implementation of the 9/11 attacks, noting its close ties to Al-Qaeda and its radicalized members.
What stance does the author take on the war in Afghanistan?
The author expresses a supportive view, arguing that military engagement in Afghanistan is a necessary defense of democratic values and a fight for freedom and equality against radical entities like the Taliban.
- Quote paper
- Klaus Würzer (Author), 2013, The consequences of the attacks of 11, September, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/213487
