An American flag was raised smartly to the top of a flagpole , then slowly lowered to half-staff , and a band played the national anthem . NEW : Former defense secretary donated thousands for memorial . ' On a day when buildings fell , heroes rose , ' president says . Score: 6 Watch 9/11 memorials in New York and Washington on CNN.com Live .
NEW : Former defense secretary donated thousands for memorial . ' On a day when buildings fell , heroes rose , ' president says . Score: 6 Watch 9/11 memorials in New York and Washington on CNN.com Live .