Today marks the 20th anniversary of one of the most iconic moments in baseball history: President George W. Bush throws the first pitch at Game 3 of the World Series in New York City less than two months after the 9/11 terror attacks.
Today is the 20-year anniversary of George W. Bush's legendary World Series first pitch after 9/11.
It was just one pitch, but it was also a sign to America and the rest of the world that the USA was back and we weren't going to live in fear. pic.twitter.com/J02O5aAb0e
— David Hookstead (@dhookstead) October 30, 2021
20 Years Ago Today: President George W. Bush throws the most perfect strike in first pitch history, from the mound, wearing a bulletproof vest.
The incredible back story pic.twitter.com/967yGdQaaM
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) October 30, 2021
According to a documentary on the subject, the President was wearing multiple security measures including a personalized bullet-proof vest and under armor.
Watch the incredible moment above.
AMERICAN HERO: Disabled Veteran REFUSES AWARD from 'Tainted' NFL Team
“Although I am touched and honored to be selected for such an award, the ongoing controversy with NFL players’ disrespect for the national flag forces me to decline to participate in the presentation,” Wells said.
“I am unable, in good conscience, to enter an NFL stadium while this discourtesy prevails. Since this award is tainted with the dishonorable actions of the NFL and its players, I cannot accept it,” he added.
The NFL has been struggling to regain its footing following weeks of players choosing to “take a knee” during the performance of the US national anthem.
The ensuing controversy gained national attention when President Trump called for a total boycott of the NFL until officials and owners require players to stand during the ‘Star-Spangled Banner.’
AMERICAN HERO: Macron Thanks World War II Veteran in Emotional Speech
French President Emmanuel Macron honored American World War II veterans during an emotional speech before both Houses of Congress Wednesday, saying “On behalf of France, thank you.”
Macron addressed the US lawmakers during his official state visit to Washington this week, noting the attendance of Robert Jackson, a veteran of the Second World War.
Macron: "We are very honored by the presence today of Robert Jackson a World War II veteran… Sir, on behalf of France, thank you" pic.twitter.com/H9IMwigTqf
— Washington Examiner (@dcexaminer) April 25, 2018
“Since 1776, we, the American and French people, have had a rendezvous with freedom. And with it comes sacrifices. That is why we are very honored by the presence today of Robert Jackson a World War II veteran. Robert took part in the D-Dday landing. He fought for our freedom 74 years ago. Sir, on behalf of France, thank you. I bow to your courage and your devotion,” Macron said.
The European leader also thanked American poet Alan Seeger who enlisted in the French army to help the ally nation during the first World War.
“This young American would fight and die on Independence Day … not far from my home town after having written these words, ‘I had a rendezvous with death,” said Macron.
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