Response to Terror

The story in pictures, from the day of the attack to the continuing military campaign in Afghanistan.

March 5, 2002 12:22 PM PT


		The Prison Revolt at Mazar-i-Sharif The Northern Alliance battles Taliban prisoners of war.

		The Northern Alliance Scenes from the front line between Taliban and Northern Alliance Territory.

		Anthrax-Laced Letters Letters containing two forms of anthrax are delivered through U.S. mail.

		Stars and Stripes and Icons Los Angeles Times photographers share the stories behind their work.

		On the Front Line The Northern Alliance watches a war unfold at its borders.

		The Shamshatoo Refugee Camp Tents and mud buildings provide shelter for thousands of Afghans.

		Assessing the Damage Aerial photos of military targets in Afghanistan show what they looked before and after being struck by the U.S.

		Memorial for the Fallen One month later, memorial services are held for those killed.

		Strength Amid Sadness From coast to coast, Americans rally for support.

		World Reaction Osama bin Laden makes a televised statement. Nations express support for U.S.-led attacks.

		U.S. Strikes Back President Bush announces airstrikes in Afghanistan.

		City of Misery In Jalozai, Pakistan, Afghan refugees choose to live in dirt and poverty rather than face hunger and other hardships under Afghanistan's strict Taliban regime.

		Hijack Suspects The FBI identifies 19 men suspected of hijacking four planes during the suicide missions of Sept. 11.

		Refugees and Prisoners of War Taliban fighters are imprisoned as Afghans head north.

		Face of Terror: Osama Bin Laden Saudi millionaire becomes the face of terrorism for a new century.

		War and Peace Anti-war and anti-U.S. demonstrations begin. President Bush addresses the nation.

		Heading for the Mideast U.S. armed forces get underway to overseas deployments.

		The Workers Rescue, security and cleanup crews unite at Ground Zero.

		Keeping the Faith Mourners find solace in community.

		Reaction to a Tragedy The sports world reacts to the terrorist attacks in Washington and New York.

		Los Angeles Mourns Mayor James Hahn leads a memorial at City Hall. Friends, family are commemorated in ceremonies around town.

		Search and Recovery Rescue workers labor around the clock in hopes of finding survivors.

		America Remembers President Bush declares a national day of remembrance for those killed. Grieving Americans unite in prayer.

		Three Minutes Across Europe From London to Leningrad, a momentary silence is observed to express solidarity.

		Searching, Grieving, Reacting Rescue workers sift through the wreckage. Public memorials grow.

		The Day After Damage is assessed as airports are closed and security tightens. The search for missing family and friends continues.

		U.S. Under Attack Terrorists hijack airliners and steer them into the World Trade Center towers and Pentagon. A fourth plane crashes into a Pennsylvania field.

Response to Terror

The story in pictures, from the day of the attack to the continuing military campaign in Afghanistan.

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