I visited the 9/11 Memorial. It was an emotional experience, more affecting than I expected; like seeing a deeply holy place. No more writing now....just photos and some captions.
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| Canvas signs line the streets making it easy to find |
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| A heavy police presence |
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| Security lines and screening like the airport...several checkpoints follow |
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| The visitor's pass...keep it out, it will be checked again and again |
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| First view...a beautiful, serene place |
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| Reflecting absence...the bottom of the center pool is always out of view |
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| The names of victims from the airliners are placed along the parapet where the planes hit the buildings |
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| Each pool covers an acre, the sound of the water dampens city noise |
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| Aerial view looking West |
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| Cobbles and tiles for the walks are cut from the Trade Center's granite |
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| Incomplete Memorial Museum...you can see the original Trade Center Tridents and a subway staircase through the windows |
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| Rebuilding |
Speechless. Your photos manage to convey that feeling of hallowed ground.
ReplyDeleteMy emotions peaked when viewing your photos. Thanks for sharing them and reminding us of our strength and perseverance as a nation.
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