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Boston Bombing Research Paper
Sarah
February 10, 2014

When the Boston Bombing happened on April 15, 2013, it seemed like Boston stopped.
There were so many pictures, videos and news stations talking about what had happened. It was a hard time for Bostonians and anyone who cared for Boston, or the people that were hurt, or especially killed because of the unbelievable event. The great city of Boston was bombed during the legendary Boston Marathon. People were killed. That is never okay. The picture I chose means a lot to me, because it makes me realize how strong Boston is, and the people and players in it. The picture is of the finish line of the Boston Marathon where the bombing happened, with the Red Sox World Series 2013 trophy on it, with a

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