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The dictionaries definition of a hero is a person noted for feats of courage or nobility of purpose, especially one who has risked or sacrificed his or her life. In looking at this definition the first thing that pops into my mind is September 11th. There were many heroes during these tragic events. One of the heroes that comes to mind was Tom Burnett Junior. He was part of the group of passengers from flight 93 who stopped hijackers from reaching there destination. On the horrific morning of September 11th there were three targets plotted by the terrorist. The twin towers, the pentagon