Clément Chéroux on 9/11: 'The most photographed event paradoxically produced only a handful of images'

In an interview with Le Monde, Clément Chéroux, a historian specializing in photography, discusses the visual impact of the September 11 attacks, marking twenty-five years since the World Trade Center was hit. He points out that, although this event is the most photographed in history, only a limited number of images gained widespread attention. This contradiction arises from the dominance of U.S. media at the time, which resulted in a selective display of photographs. Chéroux's insights, shared prior to the anniversary commemorations, highlight how media choices influence collective memory. His analysis emphasizes the conflict between the vast amount of photographic evidence and the restricted visual narrative presented to the public.