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180: “A Race to the Sky”: The Rise of New York City’s Chrysler, Manhattan Company, and Empire State Buildings

History That Doesn't Suck

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The Climbing Skyscrapers: Rivalry and Secrecy in New York's Skyline

This chapter explores the fierce competition among skyscrapers in New York during the late 1920s, centered around the construction of 40 Wall Street and the rising Chrysler Building. It uncovers the rivalries and secretive tactics employed by builders aiming to claim the title of the tallest building in the city.

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