Well over two decades since 9/11 in 2001, (and the US invasion of Iraq in 2003,) the United States remains embroiled in war. Although Al Qaeda's attack on New York and Washington are often seen as a k

Well over two decades since 9/11 in 2001, (and the US invasion of Iraq in 2003,) the United States remains embroiled in war.

Although Al Qaeda's attack on New York and Washington are often seen as a key transformative event in American history, one might argue that the US invasion of Iraq in 2003 marked the true turning point.

Which event do you feel merits greater import in American history (and especially why): 9/11 or the invasion of Iraq?