BOATLIFT - An Untold Tale of 9/11 Resilience (HD Version)

[@GhostTrueCapitalist]

Captain of Amberjack V, Vincent R. Ardolino, passed away on August 25th, 2018. Thanks to this documentary, your actions will not be forgotten. RIP Unsung Hero.

[@phcusnret]

Sad....

[@lynneshively3790]

May he rest in peace. He is a hero.

[@carriebizz]

Oh really that's sad

[@cybercat29]

My deepest condolences to Vincent R. Ardolino, Captain of the Amberjack's family and friends 🥺😭

[@conniehale848]

R.I.P Sir

[@janicesasso]

I was one of the people rescued by The Amberjack. I felt terrible when I heard the Captain passed away. I always wanted to thank him for saving me!

[@DRGWRailfan]

Wow I'm so sorry ;( That captain was an absolute hero!

[@matt9d8]

The Ardolino Family who owns Newyork harbor company are some of the more honest good people I’ve ever met. They’re still going strong with their boat “Atlantis”. You can still call the captains Brother in the office if you want to send a message. Rip capt V Ardolino.

[@mikeyg9833]

Why didn’t y’all run the other way? (Where the smoke wasn’t blowing)

[@sirboomsalot4902]

@@mikeyg9833Yeah, just run to the other side of the entirety of Manhattan, what a fantastic idea

[@TOPDadAlpha]

I'm sure he knows. Be at rest with it.

[@libertyordeath935]

Best line of the entire thing. "We had house wives, window cleaners, and executives and it didn't matter, everyone helped everyone".

[@nelliedailey1917]

And a lady with a Seeing-eye dog.

[@marilyntonelli8832]

That’s what Americans are all about. I’ve learned now that it’s not true of all

[@robie344]

The best part for me was the US Coast Guard sending out a call and without hesitation people from all walks of life immediately rushing to help. This should be a movie!

[@RubyBandUSA]

@@marilyntonelli8832 Very true Marilyn. It may be unique to our country. Anyone reading this from another country please give me 10,000 examples of when something like this happened in your country. Because here in the USA it's probably been 10,000 times.

[@RubyBandUSA]

@@robie344 Starring Tom Hanks of course 😊

[@emilyb5759]

I was 20. I had seen the first plane hit(a block away), ran from a falling building, and got locked in a smoky, packed basement. We decided to get out and find our way to the harbor. We got there at about 1 pm, only to learn that they were using the SI ferry for bodies. I lost it for the 1st time that day. A tugboat captain saw us and offered his boat to the whole group. He took us to Staten Island. We held hands and stared back at NYC, in shock, and in prayer. THANK YOU whoever you are!!!

[@patriciapritchard3018]

Thank you for sharing your story Emily ❤🌹

[@TuneyGrooves]

Thank you for sharing. Very emotional for me to hear your story.

[@sandybowman7140]

Thank u for sharing Emily, I sobbed today seeing this story for the first time (09-11-23) 22 years later. I hope u are doing well and have a full life. I hope ur sorrow has receded from that day too. Be well dear soul! Sending love & hugs from West Michigan's beautiful coast. 🙋‍♀️🗽🙏🧎‍♀️🏢😥💔💞

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

@@emilyb5759 AMEN

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

@@sandybowman7140 I’m sobbing now…

[@FloozieOne]

I just came across this video for the second time. I was hoping that someone had made a film of the sealift because its personal to me. My 18 y/o niece was on the 38th floor of Tower 2. She made it out just before the collapse. She followed the crowd because she didn't know what else to do. She was filthy, terrified, had broken 3 toes tripping on the stairs and had a gash in her head where something had hit her so was bloody as well. When she got to the seawall there were thousands ahead of her. She simply sat down in the street, she said she just couldn't go any futher. Two men lifted her up and helped her to get near the front of the line. When her turn came to get on a boat the crew were helping people over the wall and one simply lifted her up into the boat. She said he was big and had a scruffy beard and was almost as dirty as she was since he had been lifting people. That man carried her to a place she could lie down and gave her water and then wet his shirt and put it on her head where she was cut. She was finally treated on the New Jersey docks by the medics there and taken to a hospital. She never found out who any of those people were, just that goodness, honesty and caring were given to her in her desperate time of need. A very few evil people acted that day but millions more showed how decency and bravery could overcome that evil.

[@tonihollingsworth5676]

Holly Rockwell-Celerier that is a heart wrenching story. My heart goes to you and your family. God bless you

[@sandycares2995]

Well said🙏👍

[@karenstarr9355]

What a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it.

[@wynn_redneck_town564]

I'm srry

[@wynn_redneck_town564]

Watch the Man in the red Bandana/SC featured

[@spacedcityhouston3206]

“The greatest thing I ever did with my life.” That line hit me hard. We all have a purpose and those gentlemen found theirs and fulfilled it.

[@a-totally-random-person]

Can't believe I'm hearing this story for the first time.

[@michaeldiehl2458]

Same here

[@ourmando]

Same

[@crazyhelmetbiker]

i thought i heard everything of 9/11. all these boat captains are the unsung heroes of that tragic day

[@jimmuir4614]

Me either man. Truly amazing heroes

[@bryce6744]

same.

[@bradypats1]

"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping." To this day, especially in times of "disaster," I remember my mother's words and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers -- so many caring people in this world." - Fred "Mr." Rogers

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

bradypats1 your mother is a very wise person. Thank you for the inspiration 🙏

[@patriciapritchard3018]

Yes,thank you,your mother was a VERY wise woman ❤🌹💋

[@esgiddings55]

What a wise woman your mother is. I truely believe that the worse times brings out the best in people.

[@cathyjohnson2953]

Your mother was a wise woman.

[@katherinemorelle7115]

Cathy Johnson Mrs Rogers was wise- it’s a quote. And she obviously was very wise, raising a man like Fred Rogers.

[@christinastanton3263]

My husband and I were 2 of the 500,000 rescued out of Manhattan in the boat evacuation that day. Yes, it was an amazing feat, yes, those in the maritime industry who participated are heroes, and yes, this story should be made into a movie.

[@annporter7307]

Thank God for their bravery!!🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@lauraduffy9055]

I'm so glad you and your husband were rescued. I believe our MSM should show this story (Boatlift) every year. We need to see the good that Americans do in crisis.

[@christinastanton3263]

@@lauraduffy9055 Yes! well-put!

[@Nyx_2142]

@@annporter7307 Thanking "god" for the very real bravery of those human men and women is an insult to them and their efforts.

[@cybercat29]

I second that and I will keep on saying that too this story should be made into a movie!

[@nickakers7985]

These are the same people who helped save the “Miracle on the Hudson” passengers, they’re truly unsung heroes.

[@munchy9745]

thats so true!!!!

[@deltaflyer9078]

Indeed that's right!

[@ducksinarowpatience]

Boat people are the best.

[@cybercat29]

@@beautifulbliss5883 I second that and agree with you 100%!

[@phcusnret]

Absolutely!

[@RickysRabbits]

“Never go through life saying I should have”

[@favouritemoon4133]

That really hit me, and I'm going to keep it in mind for the rest of my life.

[@wendyhardin5259]

Just perfect words.

[@samanthab1923]

All I could think of was Dunkirk 🌞

[@vadaheidileyhas2545]

I love this, I will share with everyone I know.

[@bluegenes2273]

I should have eaten that third burrito.

[@Goldies86]

It's 2023 and this is the FIRST time I have ever heard anything about boats coming to the rescue. These people are truly heroes.

[@maureenmckenna5220]

This was common knowledge to all New Yorkers. Everybody knew someone. Cousins, aunts, uncles, mothers, fathers, grandparents. All connected through someone. Millions of people affected in a moment. New Yorkers are resilient, smart and tough. This boat flotilla saved thousands. New Yorkers who stepped up.

[@ladiedi0731]

@@maureenmckenna5220 Amen to that! Proud NYer🗽❤‍🩹

[@Scoobawoo]

I knew about the boat rescue since that day because my dad was an emt for jersey city medical center and he was about to go into the city til they found out the boats were coming so they set up triage centers in liberty state park and exchange place in jersey city. I found out about this documentary 5 years ago

[@ancestrybuff]

Same here. I feel they should do a movie of this to highlight the strength of American people that day

[@goldeneyes2214]

It’s 2024 my first time. Thanks to those who rescued and those who created this piece of history

[@roxannebeaman5645]

Sadly,Vincent Ardolino passed away on August 25th.He was the Captain of the Amberjack V.His wife Adrienne Scala Ardolino passed away yesterday,October 7th.May God bless and rest both of their soul’s.

[@FloozieOne]

I'm very sorry to hear that. However, he seems like a man who lived by code of conduct that showed his determination and humanity in many ways. Not only that but he always did what he felt was right without thinking of the danger to himself. When he spoke of teaching his children to do right I teared up a bit and I'm not generally a teary person. His wife must have been a remarkable woman too, but he must have been her strength because she only lasted two more months without him. Thank you for posting this information.

[@revpgesqredux]

Thank you for sharing this.... i so admire his American style individualism and love for fellow human beings and determination that he can and will do what he can, even if it helps just one. Reminiscent to me of Jesus being willing to give it all to get one sheep back

[@patarena9071]

Vincent Ardolino, Captain of the Amberjack V & his wife Adrienne Scala Ardolino May they rest in peace.

[@samsilberstein8758]

May their memory be a Blessing

[@barbarabrown-hill8103]

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[@MajahDancer]

I watch this every year on Patriot's Day - not to remind me of what we lost, but to remind me of who we are.

[@lisaskaggs3457]

💞💯💞

[@SlijderinkS]

We did lose a lot - but we gained even more that day! Our hearts go out to the ones we ALL lost.

[@GP-ci8qt]

God damn US OF A

[@dionnaleanio4806]

Well said

[@2listening1]

Very very well said.

[@emcee797]

My mother was evacuated in the boat lift that day. I’m forever grateful.

[@Reyfox1]

My high school daughter was one of the people rescued and taken to New Jersey. We didn't hear from her until 2am in the morning. Cell service just didn't work. Her High School is right next to WTC. The Principal had great sense to evacuate when second plane hit. Thank you who came and helped evacuate many thousands of people to safety. Thank you.

[@Beckala67]

Stuy student? I always wondered how they cleared out.

[@robertvuitton]

Damn, this sounds depressing. Having your kids right next to the WTC, seeing this happen and not knowing about your kids for that many hours. It would've drove me crazy to the point of... i don't even know man. Glad they came out okay.

[@kaylamareemaye1728]

God bless yall

[@lifeisamatrix5960]

Well hopefully by now he's the Dean or upper administration for school safety and security.

[@brandonmoreau3025]

@Munro McLaren because everyone thought it was a tragic accident. If it was an accident and only the north tower was hit evacuating the south tower would have resulted in delaying the evacuation of the North tower and further slowed the fire department.

[@ella-wk5kn]

This is very personal to me, because my dad and my 2 uncles rescued over 3,000 people on their boat that day, it might not seem like that many, but that’s 3,000 less people that could’ve died, may everyone who died on this terrible day, may you Rest In Peace, god bless you all.

[@chevacamaro68]

Your dad and uncles did what needed to be done. Even if they’d only saved ONE at least that’s one more family saved from having an empty seat at the table and one less grave to visit. So yeah 3000 is a LOT. Their actions on that day were the stuff of true heroes; regardless what they might think.

[@CarlaMcCarthyPomegranate96]

Your Dad and 2 Uncles are heroes! Many thanks to them.

[@TheVantie]

I know this is very late. But your uncles, and you dad probably saved a lot of people, from a lot of horrible painful deaths. The asbestos in there, took the lives of too many people, especially first responders. Your family certainly did much good, and saved a lot of pain, from a lot of people. Kudos, and salut.

[@cybercat29]

Please give your dear Dad and dear Uncles hugs for me from Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada.

[@lauretiu]

tell your dad and uncle that people that were not even on that island say a humble thank you for everything they did! 3k people is a lot of people, even 1 is more than anything. again, Thank you to them!!!! it’s been over 22y since then and i was a kid at that time half way across the ocean and till today i never know what people with boats archived was bigger and faster than the evacuation of Dunkirk

[@zainabmaraj355]

I keep rewatching this video every time I have the feeling of "the world is ugly and people are evil" to restore my faith in humanity.

[@charlotteryner6583]

Amen!❤❤❤

[@peterc.marketos]

When the call came over the radio, they were coming........... those words will forever bring tears to my eyes.

[@JackieOdonnel]

Same. I've watched this three times now, and start crying every time I hear those words.

[@cep8375]

Same here .. every single time

[@sharon22669]

I still cry every time I hear it too.

[@peterthegreat996]

Same here .

[@tommyfinn8321]

The courage it must of taken to sail into that Hell - "and they were zooming across this water". Ordinary people doing extraordinary things!

[@carlaaxelson6338]

On 9/11, the boat rescue and the air traffic controllers did an incredible job. The ATC’s has to shut down all airlines which was about 3,000 planes. Not one accident during that and the boat lifts, 500,000 people. Like the guy said, they had no training. Incredible

[@amandalockhart6116]

There is a short doc like this called Cleared for Choas, with the team in Gander landing every plane that was coming to North America, and landing them all in Canada.

[@lucidlynx918]

@@amandalockhart6116 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bni7nqOih9eqnaMsi=24lWSb1QOYhQrKeG

[@jacobsfamily1789]

These are the stories we NEED to be hearing during every anniversary of 9/11 how our humanity came through! How amazing heros stepped up that day!

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too... and THIS is how history across humankind gets lost. Sadly, this also means it's not being taught in school. Good heavens - what else are we missing in our history classes? What else are they leaving out? Time to take back our American history from beginning to end - the good, the bad, and the ugly. The entire story must be told if we intend to remain a strong nation - a united nation of people, all coming together as one.

[@mananimal3644]

Jacobs Family, It still leaves God smacked tat in a single day we all witnessed the very worst and very best in humanity. The human race is beyond complicated.

[@cybercat29]

I second that and agree with you 💯🙏

[@Scoobawoo]

Yeah these are the heroes you dont hear about

[@kathyrau9551]

I post this video every year to remind people about this rescue on the water.

[@sandlmv8301]

Alot of people who don't live in America don't realise that Manhattan is only accessible by boat or bridge. Evacuating over half a million people in 9 hours is incredible. Amazing story of solidarity on a terrible day in history. I was about to go to bed in Melbourne Australia as a 23yo when this event sprung up on every single tv channel live across Australia. I felt scared and started shaking just watching it. I will never forget that.

[@cooperbennett3043]

There are also train and car tunnels but they were also closed

[@baddriversofgeorgia3387]

Don’t forget about how many people tried to leave in their cars. My grandma was in NYC at the time and she was on Brooklyn Bridge at the time and there was so many people trying to get away. Some even ran across the bridge on the roadways

[@YTT718]

There are parts of the Harlem River you can probably wade through

[@YsabelleYula]

Agreed

[@sandlmv8301]

@@cooperbennett3043 Thank you for the info. Did the tunnels suffer any damage? It would have been a hard call to close them. I guess chaos under there could have been another emergency that couldn't be risked or even contemplated at the time. Do the tunnels run under the spot where the buildings were? Or was it more of a worry about traffic jam chaos and too many fumes for the tunnels fans to handle etc??? Possibly all of the above and not worth the risk? even under such extreme circumstances? It would have been an extremely pressured decision that someone had to make regarding those tunnels. I'm sure alot of people were pissed that the tunnels were closed, but I understand it may have created another situation resulting in death. Thank God for the boats, or there may have been alot more explaining to do about the reasons for the tunnel closures? I wonder if there's any information I can find about that.

[@southerngirlsociety]

"When that call came over the radio... they were comin'. Fifteen, twenty minutes later - boats all across the horizon. Literally, all converging on Manhattan. I've never so many boats all at once and a fleet of tugboats headed to Manhattan... and they were zooming across the water". I can't even imagine what that must have looked like but more deeply, how it must have felt to be a part of such an amazing team that somehow came together without knowing each other. Imagine the hope that they brought to the souls standing at the shores just hoping to get off the island and all the sudden, all those boats - boats of every kind, size, and shape headed in their direction.

[@elizabethe6459]

And marinas in Jersey on the other side of the harbor filled up EVERY BOAT, all day, no matter how many trips. Many didn’t know if they would ever be paid. Small operations chose to refill for free knowing it would take them under if they didn’t get paid. Boats from jersey and Boston and others on the east coast came too!

[@carolstringfellow3888]

As a Brit, the daughter of a sailor no less and the granddaughter of a ww2 vet, I have never been more proud to be out done by our American Cousins. I have never forgotten this day despite only being about 7 or 8 at the time. The horror of this day is never forgotten especially because of what happened in London four years later. So to the brave and proud people of America, especially those who lived through the horror of this day… Home came for those brave soldiers at Dunkirk and home came for those proud and good American people in New York. “You’ll never walk alone !!!” 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@HLStrickland]

DO you remember what Queen Elizabeth did that day? I copied this: "On Sept. 13, 2001, the late monarch - who died on Sept. 8, 2022 - directed the Coldstream Guards band to play "The Star-Spangled Banner" during the Changing of the Guard for the first and only time in U.K. history." That made me cry that day. I cried all day.

[@curriphacreator]

Thank you! God bless you! ❤

[@BISMARCK-ks5it]

I honestly can't believe this story isn't more public these captains of these boats are hero's they deserve more recognition

[@BilgeDweller]

I spent 41 years as a US mariner, finishing my time with a 1600 ton chief engineer's license. I could not possibly be more proud of American mariners than my brothers and sisters in NYC made me with their selflessness on that day.

[@juliaweber212]

I agree hero’s and angels

[@huberticusrex]

Can you explain the 1600 ton chiefs license? Sounds interesting. What does tbag mean.

[@BilgeDweller]

@@huberticusrex, It's a lower tier engineer's license, the upper tier being chief, 1st engineer, 2nd engineer, 3rd engineer, either steam or diesel and of any tonnage of ocean going ship. My ticket would have qualified me to work aboard vessels up to very large tugs that were either diesel or gas turbine powered anywhere in the world. If I had ever gone upper tier (ie, ships), I would have been able to swap the 1600 ton chief's license for a 2nd engineer's license. I retired at the end of 2016, and just retired my license by renewing for continuity this spring. Spent my work life on the Mississippi on boats from 2800 hp to 10,500 hp.

[@jimreilly917]

Have you seen videos about the Merchant Marine Academy in NYC on 9/11? My uncle was with the MM fleet during the Korean War, while another uncle was a grunt at the same time. Dad’s outfit was ordered over after Basic…but the Armistice was signed two weeks before they shipped out. I’m former USAF, another uncle was USMC and a nephew just had orders cut for Pendleton as a USMC combat engineer. Freedom must be guarded if it is to be preserved. Did I mention my grandparents immigrated from Ireland? Peace.

[@debrazawlocki3975]

I show Boatlift and 9/11 Water Rescue every year to my h.s. students. All we have to take away is what these sailors said, "Step up. Live without regret. Reach out and help others."

[@brendamckinley3036]

I can't imagine watching in class. It must be gut wrenching. This is the first I've ever heard this story and I can't stop crying. Good bless every single one of these people. What a glorious triumph for the rescuers and survivors. Americans do not go down without a fight

[@DonnaMayStanish]

debrazawlocki3975 - ❤️❤️❤️ You are the epitome of an excellent teacher. Thank you 🫂❤️

[@alicecraft8484]

19 yrs later, this is the first time I've heard of this amazing rescue. God bless everyone that helped, that horrific day.

[@janiceturner2647]

I don't understand why not everyone in the world has never heard of 9/11. Even if you weren't yet been born unless your oarents thought rhey wwre pritectung you, this is the world's history. Not just Americans were murdered. Remember that we will never forget the fallen victims, the heros, or those that did the tragic deed! Your day can't come too soon! God bless all familys that lost their loved honest ones. As for the hijackers, YOU WERE NOT MARTYRS!

[@Margo-nr4eq]

@@janiceturner2647 the person never heard about boat rescue, not 9/11. Every single soul on this planet knows about 9/11

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too...

[@a.florschutzcamplin9011]

20 years later. Sept 28th, found on yt. Sitting here in Gemany, tears running down my face. So many feelings. America, the BEAUTIFUL, FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA.

[@lovelyj241]

20 years for me

[@4collegetransition]

I was 1 of those people rescued by boat, I remember and am thankful

[@dripmedownllc7053]

“So other may live” is the coast guards slogan/motto and it’s amazing the respect the maritime community has for the CG and it’s shown when so many boats respond to a single radio call requesting help.

[@DonnaMayStanish]

dripmedownllc7053 - I didn't know the Coast Guard's motto. I love it. ❤️💯

[@clintleffingwell8129]

08:20 - "And the thing that was the best...everyone helped everyone."

[@dongilleo9743]

No one was claiming "systemic racism" that day. No one was saying whites or blacks only. Everyone helped everyone. This is the real America. We are far, far better than people who try to divide us for political gain would have us believe. It was the same after Hurricane Katrina. Private citizens took their boats out to rescue people, regardless of color.

[@virsapiensfortisest922]

@@dongilleo9743 well said

[@monkeysluvdani]

This story needs to be told on a greater scale. It absolutely should be a movie. This is incredible history

[@BOKO20101]

agreed.

[@cybercat29]

I second that and agree with you 100%!

[@carriebianchi7071]

Definitely a movie needs to be made.

[@mochi237]

@@carriebianchi7071that would be a great movie! Maybe it should be pitched to Christopher Nolan since he portrayed the Dunkirk rescue so well.

[@carolmiller8811]

How have I not seen or heard this amazing story until now?!?! THIS is what being an American is all about! Thank you, Sirs! ❤ 🇺🇸

[@airspeed_alive]

About being human tbh! People are good mostly and want to help others no matter where they are from!

[@Leigh3420]

I know I’m just seeing it today! 😢

[@rosalynmcmanus3145]

My thought’s exactly. We may fuss and fight, but when times are tough, it makes my heart swell to see how Americans come together. God Bless everyone who was part of that great operation.

[@VintageLPs]

I, too, have never heard this story before tonight. Talk about heroes! Everyone involved in this amazing rescue deserves a medal.

[@p3aorion512]

These men are true Patriots. I had not seen this video before. God bless them all.

[@MahouneArrow]

I think this is not about patriotism, it's the humanity acting like real good humanity. Save lives is more than a love for country, is love for the next.

[@dallasyap3064]

@@MahouneArrow Well it also involves both patriotism and humanity.

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too... and THIS is how history across humankind gets lost. Sadly, this also means it's not being taught in school. Good heavens - what else are we missing in our history classes? What else are they leaving out? Time to take back our American history from beginning to end - the good, the bad, and the ugly. The entire story must be told if we intend to remain a strong nation - a united nation of people, all coming together as one.

[@debralegg5632]

"Never go thru life saying I should have'" That hit me right in the gut!!! Bless each and every vessel's captain.

[@gmar7836]

Exactly

[@patriciayoung3267]

Watching all the boats responding to the Coast Guard's call was better than any movie scene ever filmed because it was real life and real heroes heading in there. God Bless them all for all they did.

[@objectiveobserver4278]

My heart melted at that moment. I couldn't be more proud of those people who put their own safety aside to help others. I was in Michigan watching throughout the day. I felt helpless. My brother, who worked I Manhattan was stuck on a bridge and then in the city for hours. We couldn't reach him because landlines and cell phone towers were jammed due to the volume of calls going in and out. It was a horrible day.

[@michellenainkristinabusch1221]

That always gets me teary eyed

[@michaelsharp1991]

I didn’t know. Half a million people evacuated in 9 hours. Wow. NYC and their people I am so proud of you. Heroes all. Thank you from Texas.

[@julieenslow5915]

Well said! Thank you from Florida.

[@phcusnret]

And New Jersey. Some of the boats were from Jersey.

[@julieenslow5915]

@@phcusnret I thought they said it. Maybe I just assumed - New Jersey was facing the south Manhattan shore I think.

[@nancyjanzen5676]

4 days later at the call of a bar manager a boat lift began evacuating South Padre Island after the Causeway collapsed. We turned a dive charter boat into a school bus for 2 months. Fishing charter boats became a constant life line from the Island to the mainland organized by Txdot with shuttle bus service from the docks to the main shopping area and the area in the middle of Port Isabel that had been the football field.

[@elizabethe6459]

@@phcusnret Marinas in jersey also filled up every singe boat ALL DAY FOR FREE!!! Large and small marinas, it didn’t matter, and they didn’t know if they’d ever be reimbursed. Jersey really stepped up that day!!

[@josephdemorato5934]

I was a First responder (NYPD) that day and was there when the second plane hit and the subsequent fall of both towers. I was present on the west side battery park marina to witness the flotilla break through the cloud coming from the direction of NJ and Staten Island . I cant explain the rush of feelings I had at that moment except how relieved I felt that help was on the way. We had people in the water holding on to the bulkhead and when those boat horns started blowing that they were there I was proud to be a New Yorker and more proud to be an AMERICAN. I still get choked up when I think of that day and feel proud of the LOVE shown by all people to ALL PEOPLE.... Never Forget !

[@kathycaldwell7126]

Thank you, Sir. Thank you on behalf of all Americans.

[@marjk1407]

Thank you for your service. Blessings to you. May we all never forget.

[@micheleducote5068]

Thank you for all you did that day!!

[@cherylb6755]

Joseph DeMorato~ I am glad you are here to write your comment. I hope you are well.

[@Orpilorp]

Thank you for being there! Thank you for your continued service.

[@Unknown_1951]

“I have one theory in life, I never wanna say the word I should have. If I do it and I fail, I tried. If I do it and I succeed, better for me. And I tell my children the same thing. Never go through life saying I should have, if you wanna do something, you do it.” -Vincent Ardolino This quote I will never forget. This event that happened 22 years ago today brought us together as people. Made us work together to help each other to safety, and to keep each other alive. Even people we don’t know still came together. We need more of this today. Thank you hero’s!❤

[@laneyallan9847]

Gave me goosebumps when all the boats were coming.

[@mr.cowboy_2427]

Same

[@samanthab1923]

That sight of all the tugs! 🙏🏻

[@Europa-Last-Battle_on_Bitchute]

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[@katp4397]

Honestly 😢

[@haleyhoag8640]

Imagine how the people on the shore felt, seeing all these boats pulling up to help

[@11jdstein]

I was one of those evacuated by so many who answered the call to help, and am eternally grateful. I will never forget.

[@alejandrokedeni222]

Largest evacuation by boat in history. Larger than Dunkirk. Only New Yorkers can do that. Much respect to them.

[@Neceros]

Tugboats are the lifeblood of this country. If you ever get the chance, watch them work and you'll be amazed at how graceful they dance with the ships.

[@Bayougirl78]

I live in south Louisiana near Baton Rouge, so I've seen the tugboats doing their dance on the Mississippi River with huge cargo barges. It is pretty impressive.

[@angelc2343]

Beautifully said 👏 ❤

[@lonewolf2156]

Indeed, especially the ones equipped with Voith Schneider Propellers, they are the definition of control and grace

[@sandybowman7140]

Such a beautifully expressed thought! U should be an author! I'll remember to look for the Tugboats from now on! U are so darling! 🙋‍♀️💕💕

[@Xnmom]

I benefited from this extraordinary effort. I waited in line for 2 hours with hundreds of others and made it over to Hoboken. I will always be grateful for these captains who mobilized to help strangers on such a tragic day. God bless them!

[@hbrws813]

"The call went out....and they were coming....and they were zooming across that water!" LOVE watching this video. Today, 22 years ago.

[@tbwpiper189]

This is what America is...powerful, resolute, and tough as nails. I'm a Canadian who is so proud of my neighbour and its people.

[@virsapiensfortisest922]

Thank you for that comment. I felt patriotism swell inside my chest again for a moment.

[@dallasyap3064]

True. But unfortunately it takes terrible tragic crisis like that to get the people to be united. Like right now u see there are no such crisis, there is no unity like the one seen in this video. If the people can be united like this daily, then definitely the country will be much better.

[@dianemitchell1717]

It was the American people not the government or politicians who saved so many lives and showed heroism and sacrifice on 9-11. Bless them all.

[@dianesylvester156]

I remember how Canadians took in so many of our citizens who were stranded in Canada after all flights were grounded that day. America is blessed to have such a strong & compassionate neighbor. 🇺🇸❤️ 🇨🇦

[@sharons5714]

Canadians stepped up for the US, too. Thank you!

[@mercury527]

i was on one of those boats....bless them

[@roblesl350]

I would love to hear your story of that day.

[@TinyFreya59]

I’m crying at the simple greatness of humanity in times of greatest need. “I believe everybody has a little hero in them, just waiting to come out.”

[@sarahthatcher3577]

I can't believe I've never heard about this. As they were talking, I was thinking about Dunkirk, and how hundreds of civilian boats answered the call to rescue the soldiers stuck on that beach, and to find out that the 911 rescue was so much larger, it blew my mind! Bless those boatmen, bless them.

[@braydentoth8442]

And the Dunkirk boats were civilian boats, but requisitioned by the government and crewed by the Royal Navy, very few were crewed by their owners. This was spontaneous, so many people deciding to do this on their own even before the call came.

[@ThyRedCoats]

@@braydentoth8442 thats not true actually, many were civilian crewed.

[@simonwilletts7965]

​@@braydentoth8442check the facts that's not correct

[@sandraashton868]

I have never heard about this story on nine eleven it made me quite emotional half a million people evacuated in just nine hours a Herculean effort I praise and give thanks to all involved 🙏❤

[@GlynisTilley]

After 23 years, I still can’t watch a 9/11 story without crying so hard that I have to watch it again to actually be able to see it. I was nowhere near Manhattan; I was a spectator many states away. But the loss of life and bravery of those on that island and those that answered the call still moves my soul. God bless you all!

[@pattty008]

SOMEONE NEEDS TO MAKE SURE THIS STORY GETS INTO THE HISTORY BOOKS AS WELL AS THE GRADE SCHOOL TEXTBOOKS

[@stephankolbert3797]

I watch this every year to remember the goodness of so many.

[@graceamerican3558]

I do too as well. I share it as many times as I can.

[@MVCTCTE2]

I’m glad it’s not just us.

[@joshuabrown1314]

I have NEVER heard about the great boatlift!! In 21 years since 9/11, this is an absolute blessing! What a blessing you were O Captains my Captains, you will ALWAYS be the heroes on the water to many who needed a rescue!!

[@noeleneroodt783]

I never heard about this either. They never showed this on all the news reports either. It's absolutely amazing. Almost like Dunkirk

[@turnerification123]

There needs to be a documentary or movie its been 20 yrs but this is still fresh in every americans mind Im not a writer but if I was Go to New York look up these heros tell the story

[@joshuabrown1314]

@@turnerification123 I went to bed very late that morning. By the time I woke up, I saw a replay of the building collapse. I said to myself, "why on earth are the demolishing the towers, they aren't that old?" Until I saw the footage of the planes go into them!! Forever in our hearts and minds! Never forget❤❤❤🙏🙏

[@loribacci7746]

This is how I got home. Tugboat. I’m experiencing such trauma

[@andrewfeigin2300]

Thank you Spirit Cruises for taking me and my coworkers across the Hudson to safety. We were the first trip across the Hudson, I don't think anyone knew that the boats were taking people across at that point. The line for the ferry was probably 20 blocks long at noon. All I remember is someone saying "Boat to Jersey" on a megaphone.

[@dilly8554]

Year is 2020 and I’m just now hearing of this from a TikTok no less. I just want to thank everyone who was a part of the evacuation and how we were united. Thank you very much

[@Lifeinthe808]

i voted no on this video because this man who helped thousands of people and thought selflessness of himself and went to save x amount of people deserves a medal of honor.

[@islandgurl4123]

I’m just hearing about this in 2021 after seeing a video of a family in NZ watching it 🥺

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too... and THIS is how history across humankind gets lost.

[@ellendolbin3707]

Wow, first time I heard about it too. Such wonderful heroism should be shown to the world.

[@alexanderayers4904]

That's the great thing about New Yorkers. Okay, yeah, they can be assholes and they're just brusque, but they're a family even if they don't know you from Adam. Tragedy just brings everyone together, and even if you found about it from a TikTok, it gets the word spread around.

[@ashtonsquires3102]

This is the America I’m proud of. Coming together in the midst of trials and tribulations to help one another!

[@haleyhoag8640]

AMEN TO THAT

[@candykanefpv]

There was a fdny fireboat (it's currently being renovated by a private owner after being sold by the city) named after my uncle that responded to 9/11. It makes me very proud that boat helped people.

[@Brysdale18201]

Echo What an honor that is. Thank God for people like your uncle and many others ♥️

[@NevAdv]

any update on the boat?

[@candykanefpv]

J P they’ve since renovated it, that’s all I know.

[@cunard61]

Are you speaking of the fireboat John J. Harvey? That vessel was already retired well before 9/11, and was used to take tourists around the harbor to raise money by it's all volunteer crew to keep it in operation as a pleasure boat. The retired Fireboat Harvey dates from 1931; and remains one of the most powerful fireboats in the world, capable of pumping 18,000 gallons of water a minute. By 2001, the Harvey had already been retired, and placed on the National Register of Historic Places. On 9/11, with it's volunteer crew operating it, she carried one group of people trapped on lower Manhattan over to Hoboken, NJ. As it was returning to NY for another load to rescue, the Fireboat Division of the FDNY recalled it active service right there on the spot, and it took up station along the seawall, opposite ground zero. With the fire mains beneath the streets all destroyed by the collapse of the two towers, the fireboats became the only way to get water into the site. The old Harvey, still being manned and operated by her all volunteer crew, remained on station for over 80 hours, pumping water into the firehoses being used at ground zero. Incredibly, this remarkable vessel had waited 70 years to serve her finest hour. The John J. Harvey remains the only historic artifact on the National Register to be restored to active service in response to a National Emergency.

[@candykanefpv]

@@cunard61 no I am not.

[@kristinkone4279]

20 years later... its still a story of hope and faith~ we need this attitude again in America, and without a tragedy to initiate it .... peace and strength to us all today. To the captains of the boats~ bless you for your courage, resourcefulness and determination as an example

[@borleyboo5613]

This is a story from that terrible day I’d never heard of until now. What a thoroughly decent group of people these men are. Going into the unknown like that to save those poor, terrified people. I particularly liked the first captain and how he was determined to go and help no matter what. Smashing bunch of fellas. And bloody brave.

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too... and THIS is how history across humankind gets lost. Sadly, this also means it's not being taught in school. Good heavens - what else are we missing in our history classes? What else are they leaving out? Time to take back our American history from beginning to end - the good, the bad, and the ugly. The entire story must be told if we intend to remain a strong nation - a united nation of people, all coming together as one.

[@_Breakdown]

@@southerngirlsociety *VERY WELL SAID EMILY GRACE! I just discovered this story yesterday - - and wondering - - how come I've never heard this??? This might be the most inspiring and noble story to come out of 9/11... and yes - - we have to TAKE BACK OUR AMERICAN HISTORY - - please remember on 11/8 to get out and VOTE!*

[@KathleenTheiller]

I know! I've watched so many shows and documentaries on 9/11 and yet this is the first I've ever heard of this...and I only came across in on an Instagram reel. So sad that this is not part of the yearly remembrances on tv.

[@berneebrawn7102]

I would throw my lot in with any one of these men, any day. These are who make America great.... thank you to them all.

[@MARSBELLA1]

As someone from the UK it brings a tear to my eye - this is what I think of when I think of America and the American people!

[@kathycaldwell7126]

Me as well.

[@angelc2343]

Warriors...

[@peaceluvkels]

The History Channel needs to make this a full-blown documentary...going more in-depth...and Tom Hanks NEEDS to narrate it...

[@cybercat29]

I second that and agree with you 100% as well as put that documentary on DVD/Blu-Ray!

[@juliaweber212]

I agree I didn’t know about the boaters

[@donnamavis462]

Not Tom Hanks!!

[@kait6994]

@@donnamavis462 Tom Hanks is a national treasure.

[@michellesheaff3779]

It certainly should be made into a doc or factual movie because for some inexplicable reason I never knew about this. And I'm a journalist who was neck deep in this and who has read and watched so many articles, books, news reports, documentaries, movies. Such touching, spontaneous heroism from so many people should not fall through the cracks. Btw, it should be noted at the same time as this, my country, Canada, was doing the equivalent with the tens of thousands of air passengers who were refused entry into U.S. airspace. Canadians on the east and west spontaneously stepped up, accepted the risk there could be more hijacked planes, orchestrated the largest landing of diverted planes ever, and sheltered and fed and cared for tens of thousands of instant refugees for a week, in small towns like Gander where the stranded passengers outnumbered the residents. But everyone stepped up and opened their doors, cupboards, arms and hearts. I mention this because we need to mend relations between our countries. One of the things that has frayed our ties is Americans seem unaware of all we have done to help you (I'm being polite) and our kindness is repaid with insult. For example, on top of the airline refugees, so many of our firefighters, search and rescue medics, k9 units, forensic experts, coroners, intelligence analysts, etc rushed to help at ground zero. Our government and armed forces were the first to commit to help you in your war against Al Qaeda, being the 2nd/3rd largest force in Afghanistan where we stayed for 15 years. In return, the U.S. incessantly blamed us for letting the hijackers in when it was proven beyond a doubt every single one of them had entered the U.S. directly having nothing to do with Canada. Bush thanked scores and scores of countries who had done nothing more than offer moral support, and completely failed to mention Canada, the only country that was actively helping at the time. U.S. fighter jet pilots soon bombed Canadian armed forces, killing 4 and maiming many more. Bush failed to mention it, not a single word of condolence or apology or promise to investigate, then as he walked away from the press, a Canadian reporter called out a question, and dismissively over his shoulder he said "I already talked to your prime minister." I could go on much longer but I've already gone on too long. My point is, now would be a good time to be more aware of how you treat us. I've never seen Canadian opinion towards the U.S. as low as it is now. Electing Biden didn't make everything instantaneously better. We're stuck together for millions of years, if our species survives that long. We need to get along.

[@paulyiouvanoglou7138]

Can't believe it's been 23 years, I was only a freshman in high school...didn't know anything about the world but I learned a lot more sadly that day. It made me love history and teach it. I watched from Queens, the total chaos, I remember I told my mom "I think half the city is dead" due to the size of the ash clouds. Thank God for these heroes who rescued so many and thank God many of us were spared . I'll never forget, RIP poor families.

[@mcytstuff3456]

I watched this at school. I don't normally get emotional (I'm 14) and this made me bawl my eyes out in the back of the class. Rest in peace everyone who passed away on this tragic day

[@southerngirlsociety]

Some of us are full grown adults and cried today while watching this on our lunch break at work - again, because we've seen it before and it still gets us every time. It's ok to let a story like this touch your heart and make you cry. It reminds everyone that you're human.

[@melissaolson6108]

I'm 67 and crying. Nothing wrong with being moved to tears.

[@CosmicFishFaced]

Wait, you watching this at the back of the class?

[@ginmar8134]

Emotions are good.

[@BlueMysticNinjaRanger]

I first watched this back in 2017 when I was in 10th grade. Every time I watch this video, I get teary. I was easily teary the first time I watched it.

[@maryanndavis5172]

My niece, Liz was rescued by one of these boats. Thank you so much for saving her.

[@waragainstgreed]

one radio call from the coast guard.... they had no protocol..... they just did what needed to be done. REAL HEROES.

[@eriklehman5782]

Their actions remind me of a verse from the 3 Doors Down song, Citizen Soldier. "Hope and pray that you'll never need me, but rest assured I will not let you down. I walk beside you but you may not see me, the strongest among you may not wear a crown." These heroes walk amongst us and we didn't even know it.

[@kathycaldwell7126]

Damn, more tears. Thank you for a reminder we need.

[@DSiren]

The right to bear arms was a subtle recognition that the founding fathers knew - that when the things Americans hold dear are threatened, they're going to fight with whatever they have. If they're going to fight, they have right to fight with something good enough to win. There's a point where you'll step up, and for the most part I hope you never have to. The part I want to play is helping enable people to step up in these times of crisis. What people need, is confidence. Confidence that they'll make it out, or at the very least that what they'll accomplish will be worth not making it out. What brings people confidence? The power to do something. Arms are tools just like the boats seen here. Tools that, perhaps in the hands of Federal Air Marshalls, have already prevented a second 9/11. We'd probably never know, after all it isn't very reassuring that the $9 Trillion and thousands of Americans we've spent on the war on terror isn't actually accomplishing a whole lot.

[@kirara2516]

I feel like that song was perfectly made for moments like this.

[@girlfromthebronxbywayofelb7288]

@@DSiren this seems to be a really positive comments thread, so I don't know why you need to insert firearms into the discussion. People are kind, everyday people step up in almost super human ways when they see the opportunity, professional mariners used their talent and their strength to help people who had already seen too much that day. Nobody needed a gun that day. Really. When I think of how much NYC has suffered from gun violence over the years.... No, NYC doesn't need more guns, thank you very much. Don't want to create a tiff.... The point is.... Everyone was kind, helpful, and did what they could... And then they did some more.

[@cheilseab5128]

“Everyone helped everyone” 🥺

[@roguefamily7630]

We take care of own

[@sgtpepper1138]

RIP, Vincent Adrolino. Seemed like a good guy.

[@samanthab1923]

That is true. I was in One WTC in 93 & walked down 68 flights. Got separated from people I knew. The whole way down it got more crowded & smokier. No one complained, it was quiet except for some whimpering but others were comforting & checking on one another. I got out on the 20th flr. I knew in was under renovation so the entire floor was open no walls. Catch our breath. Went right to the window & looked down onto the street. Nothing but fire trucks, ambulances, EMTs. Guy next to me looked me in the eye & said we have to get out of here!

[@Kapnwill]

@@roguefamily7630 We did. Would we today? Or would everyone hold their phones up for a live stream yelling “someone do something!” I’m genuinely unsure. I wish we had the unity on 9-12-21 that we did on 9-12-01. God bless the United States of America.

[@boongonewild]

There should be a monument built for those men. Incredible.

[@missingutah]

I second that ! Great idea !

[@micjam1986]

The people of New York made/make me so proud to be an American. Showed the world what we are made of.

[@hatethegame82]

I may be a Texan and I know there’s always going to be that interstate rivalry amongst each other. However stories remind us that first and foremost we are Americans and damnit it you mess with one state you mess with all of us.

[@mr.moosetache3615]

mic jam apparently really shit security

[@Awakeningspirit20]

Exactly! I feel like for the generations who lived through 9/11, New York and New Yorkers will always hold a special place of reverence in our hearts because of that day.

[@jinx7501]

I love how Americans have a family complex. We can fight and argue amongst ourselves but heaven help you if you mess with us. We're coming for you.

[@shabslopes]

You went for the wrong people, it was an inside job your government did this. Only you Americans can't see it. The world knows who done this.

[@animehuntress9018]

@@shabslopes You are right in a sense, and there are documentaries and articles, and research that shows that we gave them the guns and money. But they are the ones who became terrorist, and they are the ones who attacked us. The US mucked up big time, but we didn't ask for them to attack us. Like she said, we fight and can be angry at each other and our internal affairs and politics, but the moment someone from outside attacks, we unite and fight back. Its happened several times through our history.

[@muhammadb6416]

Sarah Davis But our government messed us , but we never went for it.

[@itsdutchintime1907]

@@shabslopes How did our government do this?

[@FaithandNova]

@@itsdutchintime1907 do the research you'll see it was an inside job.

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

The Coast Guard Captain put out a desperate call for help…for any other people who owned/operated boats of any size, to come help rescue survivors in danger. I’m calling THAT specific moment “The Call Of Saviors”. Suddenly, you see ordinary ship captains swinging their boats around, heading into danger…to help rescue those in need of assistance. These ship captains & crew…on THAT day…at THAT specific time…became heroes. Not just any heroes…but superheroes…working together…to save as many lives as possible!! My heart is in my throat, watching this, as I’m wiping tears streaming down my face.

[@karenbetz3428]

I don't think a lot of people understand what a HUGE deal it was for the Coast Guard to put out an All Call and ask not how many they were licensed to take but how many they can fit. My husband is a charter captain and the CG is normally super strict about passenger limits and having enough life jackets for everyone. But then again, this decision is what made them heroes that day. And all the other captains and private citizens. This should definitely be a movie. And Tom Hanks should be in it. The Call of Saviors would be a good name for it too.

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

@@karenbetz3428I think your wonderful idea has true merit, & I have the deepest respect for your awesome husband and what he does!! You have made a friend here

[@pingupenguin2474]

@michaelresridge This so reminds me of Dunkirk in ww2, when large numbers of British troops ( and maybe others, I don't know all the details) were trapped on the French coast by the advance of the Natzis at the time. They were rescued and brought to Britain by a flotilla of boats of all sizes and types, mainly from the south coast of England, the crew of which all volunteered to go under fire and rescue as many soldiers as possible, to live to fight another day ( D- day !)

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

@@pingupenguin2474 Oh…THAT IS SO COOL!! I never knew that part of history😁😁👍👍👊👊!! Thank you so much for letting me know about that😊😊!! I appreciate you sharing that information. I just learned something new, & I think it’s cool.

[@heather2028]

God bless these heroes. I was on one of those boats. RIP to all who lost their lives that horrible day.

[@JustMe-gh7ib]

Please, please America, these are our roots. We need to step up now just as much as that awful day.

[@kevintazza]

All available boats.. This is the United States Coastguard. Anyone willing to help.. "oh what a called to call"... Then to see those boats converge on lower Manhattan.. Gave me goosebumps and brought me to tears.. There isn't a movie that gave me such overwhelming joy, sorrow and pride all at the same time.. Thank you USCG, Staten Island Ferry, Tugs and private fishermen and private boat owners.. Old guy from the Amberjak and his wife passed a few years ago. I'm sorry he wasn't publicly honored. These people should of been publicly honored... Thank you and you families for your service...

[@Alieh86]

20 years later and I've NEVER heard this story! It almost brought me to tears. It's sad that 9/11 was the last time in American history that everyone was united as one.

[@brendenpischke6060]

It certainly feels that way doesn't it. Feels like the division started after this.

[@lisajohnson2534]

Hope you are doing well ! 😊

[@sandybowman7140]

22 years later, I saw this for the first time on 09-11-23. I cried and thought the same thing ... "Lord, please heal our Nation from the strife, anger & vitriol that keeps us from being this sweet group of people we can be!" I hope ur all doing well. I was even more sad to see a post that said that Captain of the Amberjack had died on Aug 25, 2018. What a beautiful soul he was, and so glad he could tell his story so someday others could be inspired! 😥🗽

[@marygibbon6989]

It feels like division started 'bout 3, 4 yrs ago. It warms my heart to hear how everybody was helping and supporting one another. I second January 6th and what took place there. What makes it fxckin worse is that it was done, the destruction at the capital building was done by other Americans . It makes me feel so angry and sad at the same time. GOD. For The Sake Of HIS Sorrowful Passion, Have Mercy On Us And On The Whole World. Amen 😔🙏📿🕊

[@marygibbon6989]

The second WORSE THING that happened after 9/11 was January 6th. That's what I was saying. It didn't sound right when I read it after posting it.

[@frxgaming3639]

THIS IS WHY I AM PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN

[@empoweredempire1775]

I'm only half American still made me feel proud

[@diekarin9049]

This concerns not only the Americans. I'm sure every other nation would do its best too

[@simonacland9028]

I've been binge watching 9/11 through the anniversary and I'm not American but still can't help but feel so proud of you all, much love.

[@cybercat29]

Same here. This Canadian does the same.

[@nancytuma2368]

We are all neighbors and siblings. I am from the USA, but we are all part of the same world and country lines are not as important as how we all treat each other. 9/11 brought out the best in so many people. I am proud to be part of humanity.

[@maryannmccreedy1732]

I saw a comment that said 18 years later and this is the first I heard of this. Its a first for me too. I was born a New Yorker, but have lived so many places I love - New York, Boston, San Francisco that depending on when asked I might claim any of those cities as home. But since 9\11 I am and always will be a New Yorker. It was like a small town the first time I went back less than 3 weeks after 9\11. The spirit of the people was so evident. As a boat lover I am overwhelmed but not surprised by what happen that day. It was both humbling and heartwarming to see that video. God bless all those and the families of those who lost their lives that day. And God bless the first responders who helped, many of whom have died or are critically ill from what they did to help.

[@leviblevins513]

I can't believe I've never heard this story. God bless those brave boat captains.

[@HeatherLynseyMusic]

I can’t believe I haven’t either. It’s been almost 20 years 💔💔

[@robertandhollyscorpiofan2697]

I don’t know about “brave,” they cared more about being a decent human being.

[@pbhoulden8212]

They could make a whole 2 hour movie on just this event alone. Chills and amazing!!

[@lorettabanks1796]

I was crying! I'm so thankful for the private boat owners, the Coast Guard, the NY Waterway captains, Staten Island Ferry captains, NJ Sandy Hook pilots....and all the others, that didn't hesitate to come. Thank You, you are Heroes!

[@gailfinke8318]

This makes me cry every time. Thank you, everyone who did this and everyone who made this film.

[@matthewmartin7639]

This story needs to be turned into a movie. Like a legit Hollywood production. I already watch World Trade Center and United 93 every year. I watch this every year but I would add a full length production in a heartbeat.

[@orbisaustralis7608]

Such a patriotic act should be made into a movie.

[@cybercat29]

I second that and agree with you 100%!

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

@@cybercat29 I agree 90 %, because it’s not a patriotic act, it’s a human act. Compassion

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

How is that patriotic? If you were captain of a boat in a foreign country, wouldn‘t you try to help? I am sorry, I don‘t want to be mean. But I have a problem with this patriotic and „America first“ attitude that many people have

[@orbisaustralis7608]

​@@mathildewesendonck7225 Im not american , and im a former merchant navy cadet, but i can tell you that to sail into danger takes balls, especially when time matters and life and limb are at risk, its a moral duty to risk life to save other human beings,we as members of a crew sailing under a flag of a country we have a patriotic duty as well a moral duty to assist others in danger, Lt. Luis Pardo of the Chilean navy in 1916 sailed to Antartica in order to Save the crew of Sir Ernest Shackleton's Expedition that was trapped in antartica trapped for almost a year, and so many times we have as seaman done things for the glory of mankind or the nations we represent when we sail under the colours of a flag , a flag that represents that we belong to a place.

[@dallasyap3064]

@@orbisaustralis7608 well said

[@mobermobeyfn]

My dads best friend P.J also known as Peter Johnson, helped evacuate people from the towers from tug boat. P.J was like a second dad to me I will never forget him. After 9/11 16 years later he committed suicide with his car. Rest In Peace to P.J and all of the others who lost there lives during this awful accident.

[@KingHayabusa384]

"Never go through life saying you should have. If you wanna do something, do it." I took that to heart. Sometimes I succeed, sometimes I fail, but at least I tried.

[@Kari2025]

I can't recall how or why I ventured to this video, but I'm SO glad I did. This is the story that people should bring up. This is the video that SHOULD be shown on CNN and every other channel that plays these type of videos on the anniversary of this horrific day. Thanks to EVERY hero who helped someone, anyone out on that day.

[@cathypeart2985]

So happy this was shared. I knew there was a "boat rescue" but had no idea how enormous it was! Thank you to all that sailed to the rescue that day! God Bless!

[@southerngirlsociety]

Imagine all the other things the TV is not telling you too... and THIS is how history across humankind gets lost. Sadly, this also means it's not being taught in school. Good heavens - what else are we missing in our history classes? What else are they leaving out? Time to take back our American history from beginning to end - the good, the bad, and the ugly. The entire story must be told if we intend to remain a strong nation - a united nation of people, all coming together as one.

[@heathermetz6576]

10:45 “I have one theory in life: I never say the word, ‘I should have,’ If I do it and I fail, I tried. If I do it and I succeed, better for me.”

[@kitkat9648]

I watch this when I want to see my country as it is at it's core. Compassionate, humane, strong,humble and when it matters most,all of her people , all the divide falls away as if it was never there.

[@aliciablanton7594]

18 years! We will never forget!

[@mikeloghry9521]

Now being 2020. Makes it 19 years now...gosh how time flys since then.

[@deanbaron1019]

I had never heard this story before. Thank you to every single person who dropped what they were doing and helped. This might be the best story to come out of this tragedy.

[@volarex4178]

The man in the beginning is a good soul. NEW YORK CITIES FINEST!

[@TheLifeEvents]

Dunkirk 300,000 in 9 days, 9/11 500,000 in 9 hours! This needs to be made into a documentary. Amazing

[@roseandstem8054]

Agreed.

[@cybercat29]

I second that and agree with you 100%!

[@bethanyrhiannonevans5059]

Rest in peace Captain Vincent R Ardolino. Truly the best of all of us, a true relic for humanity.

[@kiddovr3147]

I fought back tears this whole video, but 11:06 is what broke me, my grandpa used to say the same thing before he passed away in 2005.. God Bless these men who sprung into action.. and rest in peace Captain Vincent R. Ardolino..

[@prodbykaji]

out of all 9/11 memorial videos i have watched this is the closest i’ve got to tearing up brave people.

[@goodapple2011]

Thank you for keeping alive the memory of those who died and those who were heroes to the rescue. This is what it is to be an American with empathy.

[@jollybridge-burner]

Phenomenal and awe-inspiring what regular people do for their fellow man when the shit hits the fan. 500,000 souls evacuated by boat in 9 hours? Unbelievable. God bless all those heroes.