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From Historic Hits to Tragic Remembrance: September 11 Legacy

9/11/2025

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On September 11, 1985, Pete Rose set a new MLB record with his 4,192nd hit, ultimately achieving 4,256 hits.
The date is also remembered for the 2001 terrorist attacks in the U.S., resulting in nearly 3,000 deaths.
President George W. Bush pledged to dismantle terrorist organizations responsible for the attacks.
The National September 11 Memorial, dedicated in 2011, features waterfalls and 2,980 names in granite.
Recent news includes the discovery of water on exoplanet K2-18b and Aerosmith's canceled farewell tour.

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Story summary

On September 11, 1985, Pete Rose set a new MLB record with his 4,192nd hit, ultimately achieving 4,256 hits.
The date is also remembered for the 2001 terrorist attacks in the U.S., resulting in nearly 3,000 deaths.
President George W. Bush pledged to dismantle terrorist organizations responsible for the attacks.
The National September 11 Memorial, dedicated in 2011, features waterfalls and 2,980 names in granite.
Recent news includes the discovery of water on exoplanet K2-18b and Aerosmith's canceled farewell tour.