9/11 Memorial Events Reflect On Afghanistan War

Chicago Marines Foundation Hike
Marc Okicich / Courtesy of Chicago Marines Foundation
Chicago Marines Foundation Hike
Marc Okicich / Courtesy of Chicago Marines Foundation

9/11 Memorial Events Reflect On Afghanistan War

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As memorial events across the city commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11, some have been impacted by the recent end to the Afghanistan War. The Chicago Marines Foundation will host a 9/11 and Afghanistan Memorial Hump on Saturday, walking from Millennium Park to Wrigleyville.

GUEST: Keefe Murtaugh, former active duty marine and Afghanistan war veteran, board member at Chicago Marines Foundation