End of the World Trade Center cleanup marks a somber milestone
After 37 weeks and 1.8 million tons removed, 3.2 million meals served, and a volunteer force of 7 000, the recovery at ground zero officially ends. Workers recall emotional tolls while noting only about a third of known 2 823 victims’ remains have been found.
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