The voices of Sept. 11: 'My first thought was ... I can't believe that I survived'

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What happened

We listen back to interviews recorded in the aftermath of Sept.

11, with a particular focus on stories of survival and loss at the World Trade Center, and some reflections in poetry and music.

Key facts

  • We listen back to interviews recorded in the aftermath of Sept.
  • 11, with a particular focus on stories of survival and loss at the World Trade Center, and some reflections in poetry and music.
  • Reported by NPR Top and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:37:18 UTC.

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