(CNN) -- A moment of silence at the finish line, the tolling of church bells and a solemn flag-raising ceremony capped the first anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing on Tuesday.
Under a steady rain on Boylston Street, where two homemade bombs last April 15 marked the deadliest terrorist attack in the United States since 9/11, scores gathered in the personification of a slogan that captured the country: "Boston Strong."
After a stirring rendition of "God Bless America," ordinary people, bombing survivors, first responders and dignitaries -- including Vice President Joe Biden -- bowed their heads in a moment of silence, saw the American flag raised, and sang the national anthem shortly before 3 p.m. on the spot where explosions, carnage, screams and smoke interrupted one of the city's most joyous and popular events one year ago.
Earlier, thousands gathered to mark the anniversary of a horror that shook the nation.
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Wow, one year already since the event that shocked the nation. This gives me hope, that our nation never loses its sense of pride and willingness to overcome evil. The atrocity that took place a year ago is not forgotten but conquered. These people arent afraid.I love america..
A"We would never wish the devastation and pain we have experienced on any of you," said Patrick Downes, who was among the many injured in the twin bombings at last year's Boston Marathon. "However, we do wish that all of you, at some point in your lives, feel as loved as we have felt this last year. It has been the most humbling experience of our lives. We hope you feel all the emotion we f
I agree that it is fantastic to see our nation's pride and dedication. Although this was such a tragic and sad event, the effect makes us as Americans even stronger than we were before.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with Aubrey. Though the bombing was a tragic event, our pride has continued to mend the cracks that it caused in society.
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