Research Paper On Empire State Building

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Empire State Building is a skyscraper that was the longest holder of the "world’s tallest building" title.
Home Insurance Building in Chicago , United States is considered the first skyscraper. It was built in 1884.
On May 25, 1981, Dan Goodwin climbed Sears Tower, wearing a homemade Spider-Man suit while using suction cups, and sky hooks.
Original design for the Chrysler Building called for a decorative jewel-like glass crown.
Petronas Towers are built on the world's deepest foundations (114 meters deep).
Moscow is a European city with the most skyscrapers.
During the construction of the Chrysler Building, workers built 4 floors per week.
The Empire State Building was the first building in the world to have more than 100 floors. It has 102

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