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New York Strives for a Second Wind With Megaprojects
A vivid portrait of New York’s growth as plans surge for a 397 million program of bridges and highways, a 60 million international airport, a Grand Central City redevelopment, and towering 65 story complexes. The piece celebrates the city’s momentum despite slums and crowds.
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Manhattan
New York
Narrows
Fort Hamilton
Brooklyn
Fort Wadsworth
Staten Island
San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge
Hudson
Times Square
Grand Central Station
Port Authority
Commodore Cornelius Vanderbilt
Grand Central
42Nd Street
Grand Central City
Pennsylvania Railroad
Webb & Knapp
Pennsylvania