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The Oldest and Newest Skyscrapers

by John Morris in Cityscape on 12/15/2009
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The cornice of Raleigh’s first skyscraper (the Briggs Building) stands in the shadow of the newest skyscraper, RBC Plaza.

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Ian F.G. Dunn
12/15/2009

Awesome….
Louise Griffin
12/15/2009

Love the photo and thanks for showing off Raleigh’s personality!

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