How 9/11 Changed The United States Of America

The United States people discovered how much pride they held as a nation. In America Under Attack it is explained that some Americans became so motivated by the service the volunteers that they decided to enlist in the military service, hoping to help protect the United States. This is an example of how much people’s lives were affected from the attacks, that people were inspired to serve their country and to help keep an event like this from happening again. It is stated that "Some flew the American flag from their front porches and car antennas. Others pinned it to their lapels or wore it on t-shirts. Sports teams postponed games. Celebrities organized benefit concerts and performances" (Reaction para. 1). All citizens of the country wanted to express patriotism in some way, demonstrating the strength of America. In it says that "Nearly 36,000 units of blood were donated to the New York Blood Center after the September 11 attacks" (Reaction para. 3). Although many victims of the attacks were in critical condition, they had support nationwide. The citizens of America came together to demonstrate their pride as a.
The attacks on the U.S increased national security, and made the country safer and more secure. New Immigration Laws were established which increased security, and determined whether or not refugees and immigrants could enter the country. Despite the many hardships that were endured, nationalism brought the nation together to recover from the attacks. Without the devastating attacks which occurred on September 11 the United States would not be as secure or as united together as a country. The drastic effects of the terrorist attacks on September 11th, caused major development of the nation since