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Reflections on 9/11: How Did 9/11 Change Everyday Life for Americans? | BRIdge from the Past

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What does September 11th mean to you? In this video, Mary explores images from The New Yorker that capture the many emotions Americans went through directly following the attack and in the years after as they grappled with its long-lasting effects. How did 9/11 change everyday life for Americans? How does it still affect us today?

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New Yorker Covers, 2001–2011 (Reflections on 9/11)