Photo of the Day - Freedom Tower - One Step Closer

The spire on top of the Freedom Tower, in lower Manhattan, looks to be nearing completion. This will make the Freedom Tower the tallest structure in the Western Hemisphere. The photo below was taken earlier today from New Jersey by my son John.  You can see that the upper floors still need their outer 'skin' and that the spire is getting taller. In just over 11 years after 9-11 we have a wonderful symbol of American courage and determination.

Photo of the Day - Freedom Tower Update

I have a particular interest in the continued 'climb' of the Freedom Tower, known as One World Trade Center, in New York City. The building is starting to rise significantly above neighboring structures, as seen in the photo, below, taken this past Friday by my son, John, from the New Jersey side of the Hudson.

We Remember Our Heroes

There is very little that I can add to today's tributes and remembrances. It still hurts to relive that day 10 years ago. I continue to be in awe of the bravery of those who ran into the towers as most everyone else was running out. May their bravery be always remembered.

Heroes.

One World Trade Tower - Another UP-date!

Here is a photo, taken Thursday afternoon, of the new tower being built on the site of the World Trade Center. The tower, is now over half its final height and is beginning to take on it's unique shape. This photo was taken from my son's 26th floor apartment in Battery Park City. Click on the photo to increase it's size.

Sadly, my son, and his family, is moving out of this apartment shortly, so these photos will soon not be possible.

One World Trade Tower - An UP-date!

Here is a photo, taken this morning, of the new tower being built on the site of the World Trade Center. It's beginning to have it's exterior 'skin'. This photo was taken from my son's 26th floor apartment in Battery Park City. Click on the photo to increase it's size.

Ground Zero Shipwreck Examined

A few a weeks ago remnants of a large wooden ship were found in the excavation for the new buildings to be built on the site of the World Trade Center. As you might expect, the folks who do forensic history (is that the right term?) are having a field day. And they should, since this ship was probably dumped (sunk?) as part of the landfill as they extended Manhattan Island south toward what is today Battery Park.  Read this article about the ongoing work of preserving and understanding the history behind these interesting findings.