The Lens: Capturing Life and Events at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum

The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard folds a large American flag at the 9/11 Memorial. One World Trade Center towers over them.
U. S. Air Force Honor Guard folds an American flag at the 9/11 Memorial. Photo by Jin Lee.

The Lens: Capturing Life and Events at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum is a photography series devoted to documenting moments big and small that unfold at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

The View: Active military, veterans and their families join the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard in a ceremonial folding of the American flag on the 9/11 Memorial. The event was part of our five-day Salute to Service, recognizing our country’s veterans and paying tribute to their service in honor of Veterans Day.

 By 9/11 Memorial Staff

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