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The Story Behind The Creation Of The Unisphere

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Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Borough Queens, NY

It was the architectural centerpiece of the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair. It’s been seen in movies and television shows. It’s the iconic New York City landmark the Unisphere. Joining us with a detailed look at the creation of this structure is Robert Morris University professor Daniel Shortauthor of the book Unisphere: Symbol of the 1964-1965 New York’s World Fair.

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