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Community Leader, Award Recipient, Marathon Finisher: Coach Ottilia Demeter | Presented by HSS
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On November 4, 2001, the New York City Marathon took place less than eight weeks after the September 11 attacks devastated the city, the country, and the world. In the days after 9/11, New York City Marathon organizers and city, state, and federal officials faced an unprecedented question: Should one of the world's largest marathons move forward in a city still reeling from unimaginable loss?
Through the voices of race organizers, city officials, broadcast partners, athletes, first responders, and runners, "United We Run" explores the extraordinary planning, collaboration, and courage that were required to deliver an event that ultimately became a powerful symbol of resilience and hope.
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