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Voice memories part of National September 11 Memorial & Museum

Everyone who went through that horrific day has stories and memories that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Now, officials at the 9/11 memorial planned for the Trade Center site want to hear them.

A new Web site (911history.org) allows you to upload recollections from that bright, sunny day that turned disastrous when the terrorists attacked.

"They say that 9/11 was the most digitally documented event of all time," said Alice Greenwald, director of the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. "We're asking people everywhere to help us tell the story."

The website was launched on Thursday and a preview of the museum - slated to open Sept. 11, 2012 - was given.
Read entire article at NY Daily News