On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Buckingham Palace paid tribute to the 2,977 victims of the attacks. The event took place in London and included a special ceremony to honor those who lost their lives in the coordinated terrorist strikes on the United States. The ceremony featured the Band of the Coldstream Guards, a military band known for its role in ceremonial duties, performing the United States national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. This performance was part of a larger tribute to mark the significant anniversary. The event was attended by several notable figures, including the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, who are members of the British royal family. Also present were the United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Warren Stephens, and his wife, Harriet Stephens. The ceremony was attended by other high-profile individuals, including the UK’s Foreign Secretary, Ed Miliband, and Security Minister, Dan Jarvis, who participated in the Changing of the Guard ceremony. The Changing of the Guard is a traditional military ceremony in which soldiers on duty are replaced by a new group, often performed at royal residences and landmarks. This particular ceremony was adapted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11, highlighting the ongoing significance of the event and the international relationships it has shaped.