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The Portuguese that September 11 killed: Some saved lives before dying. Learn the story of each one

Notícias de Coimbra11 September 2026 at 09:04

Twenty-five years ago, September 11 left thousands dead and forever changed the history of the United States. The terrorist attack drastically changed the lives of thousands of people around the world, including Portuguese citizens.

Among the victims were Portuguese or people of Portuguese descent who were in the United States that day. Some of these Portuguese people saved lives before dying, demonstrating courage even in the face of imminent death.

The article seeks to learn about and tell the story of each of the Portuguese people who lost their lives during the attacks. This is a tribute to the victims who, even in their final moments, managed to help others.

This text is part of a series that aims to preserve the memory of the Portuguese victims of September 11, ensuring that their stories are not forgotten over time.

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