Incredible Empire State Building History
Crazy NYC history.
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So you’ve likely heard of New York’s iconic Empire State Building and its amazing views — and maybe even that it was the world’s tallest building from 1931-1970 — but did you know it has some wild history, too?
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In fact, it holds the world record for “longest fall survived in a lift” as on a foggy July 28, 1945 a plane accidentally crashed into the building — sending lift operator Betty Lou Oliver plunging 75 stories (over 1,000 feet)!
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Thankfully she survived, though sadly 14 others did not.
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What is also crazy is that July 28th was meant to be Betty’s last day on the job.
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NYC’s landmarks are full of interesting history, so as you’re enjoying the modern views, make sure to do some digging into their past lives!
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📸 taken at @SummitOV.