Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: T.2015.1.42
Dimensions: 11.5 in X 8.25 in
Dimensions (Metric): 29.21 cm X 20.955 cm
Credit Line: Collection 9/11 Memorial Museum, Memorial Tribute Archive
Description
Note of condolence left at the 9/11 Memorial by former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Tony Blair. The handwritten note on official stationary reads: "It was an honour to come to this magnificent and moving memorial. We will never forget those who perished on 11th September 2001. We will never cease to strive against terrorism in all its forms, to protect the innocent from its evil, and to promote the values of religious tolerance and harmony for peoples of all faiths and none." Signed by Tony Blair.
Historical Notes
The former Prime Minister left this note along with a bouquet of flowers on the 9/11 Memorial during his visit on October 6, 2015.