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1974 World Trade Center tightrope walk...



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August 08, 1974

THE NEW YORK TIMES, Aug. 8, 1974

* French high-wire artist Philippe Petit
* World Trade Center tightrope walk


The top of page 20 has a three column heading: "A Stuntman Takes Unheralded 'Walk' Between the Trade Center's Towers" with two related photos. First report coverage on French high-wire artist Philippe Petit making a tightrope walk at the top of the World Trade Center. He did this stunt illegally as the buildings were still under construction. Great to have in the World famous NYC publication.
Complete with 60 pages, nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century