A time for reflection

Published
2025-09-17T14:06:28.024+02:00 September 08, 2021
A time for reflection
On September 11, 2001, our country watched in shock and anguish as the terrorist attacks in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania unfolded. Thousands of first responders swiftly and heroically raced to the scene, hundreds of whom would perish themselves that day protecting American citizens. BAE Systems lost three employees on September 11.
 
Our mission remains as important today as it was 20 years ago. On this somber anniversary, our employees remain committed to protecting those who protect us.
 
Several of our employees shared their stories of that day.
 
Branden Cobb, a BAE Systems employee, was an ABC News producer located near the World Trade Center at the time of the 9/11 attacks. Listen as he shares the traumatic events of watching it all unfold.
A journalist’s perspective on 9/11
A journalist’s perspective on 9/11
Branden Cobb, a BAE Systems employee, was an ABC News producer located near the World Trade Center at the time of 9/11. He relives the traumatic events of watching the attack unfold.

Chastity Cruz, a BAE Systems employee, was living in New York City at the time of the 9/11 attack. Hear how a chance decision and the act of a stranger kept her family safe.

My parents’ 9/11 miracle
My parents’ 9/11 miracle
Chastity Cruz, a BAE Systems employee was living in New York city at the time of the 9/11 attack. She tells her parents stories and the miracles her family experienced. Her father was in one of the Twin Towers and her mother was working nearby.

Watch as Bob Emolo, a BAE Systems employee from Wayne, N.J., shares his memories of how an ordinary day turned tragic.

Remembering 9/11 from across the bridge
Remembering 9/11 from across the bridge
Bob Emolo, a BAE Systems employee from Wayne, N.J., shares memories of 9/11, including when he first learned of what happened, his eagerness to help at ground zero, and the loss of a close friend.

BAE Systems employee David Thomas was a senior Naval officer serving at the Pentagon on 9/11. He shares the breathtaking heroism that occurred during the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon.

9/11 survivors' heroism
9/11 survivors' heroism
David Thomas, now a BAE Systems employee was a naval officer working in the Pentagon when it was attacked on 9/11. He describes saving lives, the heroism he observed, and the personal loss he suffered.

Military veterans turned BAE Systems employees describe how 9/11 shaped their lives and influenced who they are today. Hear their stories of dedication to supporting our nation and mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”

Military veterans remember 9/11
Military veterans remember 9/11
Military veterans turned BAE Systems employees describe how 9/11 shaped their lives and influenced who they are today. Hear their stories of dedication to supporting our nation and mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”

Two BAE Systems Lexington, MA employees share their memories of 9/11. To aid first responders at ground zero, their site delivered thermal imaging cameras that could help firefighters see through smoke and fog.

Helping 9/11 first responders
Helping 9/11 first responders
Two BAE Systems Lexington, MA employees share their memories of 9/11. To aid first responders at ground zero, their site delivered thermal imaging cameras that could help firefighters see through smoke and fog.