911 Stories of Loss, Strength & Survival

Millions of people across the country were by the 9/11 attacks.

Some experienced the tragic loss of a loved one, some found an inspiring way to , and others experienced a political awakening.

To help reflect the endless of their experiences, Patch looked out across our sites to pull together 911 snapshots of everyday Americans whose lives were changed by the events of that day.

From across the country, this Patch site and hundreds of others captured the faces, keepsakes, memorials, ceremonies, flags, fund-raisers, deployments and the still-raw emotions that followed the attacks.

Taken together, they create a powerful mosaic that is large in scope but often deeply personal. Click through to see how your neighbors near and far marked the day.