The Final Piece Of One World Trade Center Has Been Lifted

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A big step toward the building's completion, scheduled for late 2013.

This is the tip of the spire of One WTC — the final touch on a building that, at 1,776 feet, will be the tallest in the Western Hemisphere.

This is the tip of the spire of One WTC — the final touch on a building that, at 1,776 feet, will be the tallest in the Western Hemisphere.

Via: LUCAS JACKSON / Reuters

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Though the final piece was lifted today, it will be attached to the spire at a later date.

Though the final piece was lifted today, it will be attached to the spire at a later date.

Via: Mark Lennihan / AP

Ironworker Tommy Hickey holds a guide rope as the final piece of spire is hoisted to the roof.

Via: Mark Lennihan / AP

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