II. The early 19th and 20th century skyscrapers built in the United States – The definition, historical significance, and architectural style and how they represent the intrinsic values of human ability and achievement.
A. Assess the materials, techniques and architects that were acclaimed during this period and why.
B. Find examples of human values in architecturally significant skyscrapers and how the history and purpose projected on an international stage and how we saw ourselves.
C. Explain the unique design and redesign of old and new skyscrapers such as the One World Trade Center and The Empire State Building.
