New York loses September 11 flag

The American flag that was raised by three firefighters over the wreckage of the World Trade Centre, one of the most enduring images of September 11, has disappeared.

New York loses September 11 flag

The American flag that was raised by three firefighters over the wreckage of the World Trade Centre, one of the most enduring images of September 11, has disappeared.

After it was removed from the site during clean up, the flag flew on US ships serving in the war in Afghanistan. Then, in March, it was returned to New York officials.

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