Remember What We're Fighting For?

by Shawn St. Jean

Uploaded 20 Jun 2008 — 6 favorites

© Shawn St. Jean

For me there is no image that better symbolizes freedom and democracy than the Towers. This is a view of lower Manhattan circa 1993, taken from atop the Empire State Building. At the time I thought the fog around the towers made a nice effect to the southern skyline. Well fifteen years later it obviously means so much more. The fog and haze have created almost an ethereal quality to their appearance. We all remember how it felt on the eleventh of September, but what I always try to remember is the deep pride and patriotism I saw so many people exhibiting in the weeks and months following the attack. This image was on exhibit at the 50th Annual Darien Art Show in Darien, Connecticut, June 2008. (Taken with a Nikon N6006).

3 responses

  • Tina McNeill

    Tina McNeill gave props (20 Jun 2008):

    Wonderful cityscape. I couldn't agree with your words more.

  • Gail O'Bannon

    Gail O'Bannon   gave props (26 Jun 2008):

    wonderful view of the city with the capture of the Towers. it documents a very speical moment in time; we will always remember.

  • Christopher Malcolm

    Christopher Malcolm said (4 Jul 2008):

    Great angle!!

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