"Freelance" The Best of Photojournalism 2002

A completely new resource for me is a six-year-old web effort at awarding honors for taking pictures on September 11, 2001, and its aftermath. While nothing of particular interest is readily apparent, the imagery does help flesh out a skimpy narrative.

The Best of Photojournalism 2002 > Still Photography Entries > Attack on America Picture Story > "Freelance"

This is a funny three-image entry. Two of the shots are so similar it is odd they would be used to make up an entry. Although, I do note an authorial voice at work here. Also, here's a great example of the poor spelling by the caption writers. They shouldn't win or place by dint of that alone.

September 11, 2001. World Trade Center. From 2 World Financial Center looking out to West Street. Firefighters split up after the collapse of the towers to coordinate rescue efforts. Their Radio's where dead after the command center was buried under the debri pictured.

September 11, 2001. World Trade Center. The veiw onto West Street from 2 World Financial Center around 11am.

September 11, 2001. World Trade Center. The view onto West Street from 2 World Financial Center around 11am. Radio's where dead after the command center was buried under the debri pictured.