Ground Zero: Unbuilding the World Trade Center
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The History of the World Trade Center
The World Trade Center was a complex of seven buildings located in Lower Manhattan, New York City. The complex was designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki and built between 1966 and 1973. The Twin Towers, the tallest buildings in the complex, were each 110 stories tall and stood 1,368 feet (417 meters) tall. The World Trade Center was home to a variety of businesses and organizations, including the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Cantor Fitzgerald, and Morgan Stanley.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 479 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 242 pages |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
The Destruction of the World Trade Center
On September 11, 2001, the World Trade Center was attacked by terrorists. Two planes, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175, were hijacked and flown into the Twin Towers. The impact of the planes caused the towers to collapse, killing nearly 3,000 people. The attacks also caused extensive damage to the other buildings in the complex.
The Ground Zero Cleanup
In the aftermath of the attacks, the World Trade Center site was declared a crime scene. The cleanup effort was massive and complex, and it took months to complete. The debris from the towers was removed, and the site was cleared for rebuilding.
The Ground Zero Memorial
In 2003, the World Trade Center Memorial was dedicated. The memorial is located on the site of the Twin Towers and consists of two reflecting pools, each representing one of the towers. The pools are surrounded by a plaza and a grove of trees. The memorial is a place for remembrance and reflection, and it is visited by millions of people each year.
The Ground Zero Museum
The World Trade Center Museum is located in the former Deutsche Bank Building, which was damaged in the attacks. The museum tells the story of the World Trade Center, from its construction to its destruction and rebuilding. The museum also has exhibits on the 9/11 attacks and the aftermath of the attacks.
The Ground Zero Redevelopment
The World Trade Center site has been redeveloped since the attacks. The new World Trade Center complex includes five new buildings, including the One World Trade Center, which is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The complex also includes a new transit hub, a performing arts center, and a memorial park. The redevelopment of the World Trade Center site is a symbol of the resilience and recovery of New York City.
Ground Zero: Unbuilding the World Trade Center is a comprehensive and compelling account of the history, destruction, and rebuilding of the World Trade Center. The book draws on extensive research and interviews to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of this complex and momentous event. Ground Zero is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the 9/11 attacks and their aftermath.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 479 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 242 pages |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 479 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 242 pages |
X-Ray for textbooks | : | Enabled |