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Photo Sharing: Lower Manhattan Skyline on the Eve of the 15th 9/11 Anniversary
« on: August 30, 2016, 09:06:03 am »
As we approach the 15th anniversary of 9/11, I just wanted to share with you all some pictures I took this past Sunday night of the new skyline of lower Manhattan, as seen from Jersey City, NJ.  My wife and I have spent the last few days visiting my family on the occasion of my brother-in-law's 50th birthday.

Last night, we went to dinner at a restaurant in Jersey City, and afterwards drove down to the riverfront for a truly remarkable view of lower Manhattan. I have not visited the WTC site since I worked there almost 30 years ago (South Tower, floor 79).

I have been to Manhattan a few times since I moved back to New England, but have not yet made a sojourn to the memorial site. On our next visit, we will go there, but even this vantage point brought a flood of memories, and I am not ashamed to admit, a few tears. Click on each for a larger view. And never, ever forget.


The new skyline of lower Manhattan, with the Freedom Tower rising above.


An American flag hangs from a twisted metal support beam from one of the towers, adorned by small personal items from visitors.


A granite memorial stands at the water's edge, etched with an image of the former skyline.     
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Re: Photo Sharing: Lower Manhattan Skyline on the Eve of the 15th 9/11 Anniversary
« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2016, 11:28:14 am »
Great pictures, thanks for sharing.

Be sure to visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum (purchase tickets ahead of time).  Be prepared to spend at least two hours there and bring a hanky as it is very emotional.
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Re: Photo Sharing: Lower Manhattan Skyline on the Eve of the 15th 9/11 Anniversary
« Reply #2 on: September 03, 2016, 08:28:08 pm »
Thanks for the post. Never forget.
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