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From memes to memorials: Gen Z learns to navigate Sept. 11 legacy
As the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 approaches, online memes and dark humor are resurfacing, prompting questions about how Gen Z relates to the attacks. Experts
By Audrey Coleman · 2026-09-12T09:05:24.453Z
As the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 approaches, online memes and dark humor are resurfacing, prompting questions about how Gen Z relates to the attacks. Experts say younger people often know Sept. 11 as history rather than lived experience, while memorials and family stories preserve its emotional weight. The article examines this generational divide and its impact on remembrance.
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