ALT Plaque that reads: Freedom from Terrorism Memorial Symbolism The wall before the breach symbolizes the American culture: strong bold and free. The breach in the wall represents the cultural impact in the losses from the 9/11 era terrorism. The rough texture below the breach further portrays the impact that scarred the culture but could not destroy it. The wall after the breach represents the recovery of a culture that will endure even longer than the previous years of American history. The first row of 12 cubes represents the "12th Man Aggie Spirit" of those Aggies who have served to ensure our way of life. The missing row of cubes represents those Aggies lost in the sacrifices made by the survivors in the 9/11 era. The 12 lights represent our remembrance of their sacrifices. The last two rows of cubes signify the Aggies will protect our country and preserve its culture.

ALT The Freedom From Terrorism memorial near the Arches on the Quad

ALT Plaque that reads: FREEDOM FROM TERRORISM MEMORIAL Nothing since the attack on Pearl Harbor has had a greater impact on our great nation and its people than the terrace attacks of 9/11, Aggies responded to this crisis in a magnificent way – volunteering to protect our cherished freedom and to defend the people from terrorism whenever it threatens throughout the world. This structure is both a memorial to those Aggies were made the ultimate sacrifice in the fight against terrorism and an acknowledgment of the appreciation for those Aggies throughout the world both civilian and military who have served and continue to serve our nation to provide us "Freedom From Terrorism."