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によって Alejandra Pizarro 4年前.

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911: Attacks on the world trade center

The image captures a moment from the tragic events of September 11, 2001, when al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airplanes, crashing two into the World Trade Center’s North and South Towers.

911: Attacks on the world trade center

911: Attacks on the world trade center

What is your reaction to the photo?

This photo produces me impact because it is difficult to understand why things like this are planned by someone just for cause damages. Meanwhile, I think that nobody should forget the impact of tragedies like this one have caused in society.

What ideas/themes are dealt with in the photo?

Fear
Thirst for power
Insecurity
Terrorism

What was happening when the photo was taken?

Nineteen terrorists from al-Qaeda hijacked four commercial airplanes, deliberately crashing two of the planes into the upper floors of the North and South Towers of the World Trade Center complex.

Who took it?

Thomas Nilsson.
Where? New York, USA.
When? 21 september 2001

Why did you choose this photo?

I choose this photo because it was an historical event that have produced big changes in different aspects around the world such as terrorism, security, human conduct, fears and in politics. Also, it has changed the history and the perception that all the people have about the USA.