Lower Manhattan from Hudson River - 1935
Aerial photo of Southern Manhattan from Hudson River, dated December 17, 1935 (2:45 P.M.). Source: Mitchel Field, N.Y., Records of the Army Air Forces, U.S. National Archives and Records Administration.
Most skyscrapers seen were built in the first three decades of 20th century. The pace of construction slowed greatly in the mid-1930s. Battery Park is on the right. The Manhattan Bridge over East River is seen in the distance and Brooklyn is across the river.
Enlargements below.
Lower Manhattan from Hudson River - 1935
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