BELTON, Texas—The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor's chapter of Young Conservatives of Texas (YCT-Â鶹ÊÓƵ) is proud to announce they are planting 2,977 American flags at Luther Memorial on the Â鶹ÊÓƵ campus to honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Â鶹ÊÓƵ students will help plant flags on Sunday evening. This event is one of YCT's longest-running traditions.
"This memorial serves as a powerful reminder of the courage, resilience, and unity that emerged from one of our nation's darkest days," said Emily Boyd, Vice Chairman of the Young Conservatives of Texas at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. "These flags not only honor the victims but also symbolize the enduring spirit of the American people."
This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the attacks, which means many current Â鶹ÊÓƵ students were not alive or do not remember the events.
"While the majority of students here now did not witness the tragic events of 9/11, we still honor those who lost their lives on that day," said Cassidy Schnoor, Chairman of Young Conservatives of Texas at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. "Our generation needs to learn about that day and continue our commitment to freedom."
"As we reflect on the events of 9/11, we extend our deepest gratitude to the first responders, service members, and civilians who displayed extraordinary bravery on that day and in the days that followed. This memorial is open to the public, and we invite the community to join us in remembering those who perished and in paying tribute to the heroes who emerged from this tragedy," Boyd added.
Members of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ and surrounding communities are encouraged to attend anytime until September 12, when the flags are removed.
About Young Conservatives of Texas:
Young Conservatives of Texas, a non-partisan conservative youth organization, has been fighting for conservative values for more than 40 years in the Lone Star State and publishes the most respected ratings of the Texas Legislature.
