‘Forever in my memory;’ Mariner recalls historic 9/11 boatlift rescue
ST. JAMES, NC (WWAY-TV) — On one of the darkest days in American history, a story of bravery and sacrifice is sometimes overlooked. After the world trade center attacks on 9/11, thousands fled toward the water surrounding lower Manhattan. Hundreds of boat operators like Warren Ihde rushed to help evacuate them from the island. “All the emergency drills we do…