What Were the Twin Towers? (What Was?) by Jim O'Connor, Who HQ, Ted Hammond

Twin Towers True Story

Explore the history of the Twin Towers—how they became the tallest buildings at 1,368 feet and their impact on New York City's skyline.

Completed in 1973, the World Trade Center symbolized economic power, housing major offices and corporations. On September 11, 2001, a terrorist attack destroyed the towers, marking a pivotal moment in history. Learn the full story, from their groundbreaking construction to their tragic collapse.