The Boeing-made 747 crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff July 17, 1996. Groundbreaking at a donated two-acre site on Long Island took place this year on the anniversary of the fatal incident. They are good people brought together in a terrible situation. But Seaman, who lobbied TWA for a contribution, is disappointed that the St. Louis-based airline declined. We also respect the views of those who, more than four years later, no longer wish to rekindle these emotions or relive this tragic experience.
Fund raising efforts include selling engraved bricks for the memorial's walkway.
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