Worlds of Books to discuss The day the world came to town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland DBC06240 by Jim DeFede.


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The day the world came to town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland DBC06240
Author: DeFede, Jim
Reading Time: 6 hours, 58 minutes
Read by: Mark Meacham
Subjects: U.S. History, World History and Affairs

This book recounts the inspiring story of the residents of Gander, Canada, whose acts of kindness touched the lives of thousands of people on September 11 2001. When U.S. airspace was closed, 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada. The citizens of Gander met the stranded passengers with an overwhelming display of goodwill. They prepared food, offered shelter and provided access to computers. Many life-long friendships developed and the kindness was reciprocated with donations and scholarships for the children of Gander.

New York : Harper, 2003. ℗2002.

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