11 September, 2019

"The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland"


The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland
Jim DeFede, Author
HarperCollins/Regan, publisher
ISBN 978-0-06-051360-3


When the US airspace was shut down, the tiny town of Gander, Newfoundland (pop. near 10,000) welcomed thirty-eight jetliners, their passengers and crews, which totalled over 6,500.  The residents opened their homes, their pantries, and their hearts.  Schools were used for staging areas and for respite for the travelers.  The animals in the holds were cared for by veterinarians and staff. 

For an entire week.

9/11/01 was a horrific date for not only Americans but for the entire world, and the Gander population showed their true colors by being kind, giving solace, and befriending all.

I cannot recommend this book enough.  It's written in an easy, readable style, and as one relives that date in our memories, this story about Gander will ease your heart.  Gander wasn't the only location that aided stranded travelers during this unfortunate time, yet this book makes one glad to know that Canada has always been a friend to America.  Always.  And in a heartbeat.

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We will never forget

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12 comments:

  1. What a wonderful review. I'll order it today.

    Have a blessed day, my friend. ♥

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  2. We heard that's a good one. We weren't alive yet but the Mom and Dad will never forget, ever.

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  3. God bless all the lost souls and they family they left behind and hugs and understanding for all the missed moments they could have shared over the last 18 years.
    Hugs cecilia

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  4. I'd forgotten all about that, gotta read that one. Hugs to all who are remembering this day 18 years ago.

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  5. Loved the book . Loved the Musical. Great message to all of us.

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  6. I just watched a news story about the town of Gander and all they did for those that were stranded on 9/11.

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  7. I think there was a play and maybe a movie too made about this. Pawsome. Makes me wonder what the orange cheeto would do in that same situations.

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  8. Thanks, mum wanted to read this but couldn't remember the correct title!

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  9. Oh, this will be on my current short list of new releases. Thank you!

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  10. I've heard about Gander and their story, but I'd be very interested in reading this book!

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