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During its existence, the World Trade Center symbolized globalization and the economic power of America.[13] Although its design was initially criticized by New York citizens and professional critics[14]—"they put up the boxes instead of the buildings"—the Twin Towers became an icon of New York City.
The World Trade Center was located in New York, New York. Construction began on August 5, 1966. The World Trade Center was located in Lower Manhattan.
The World Trade Center was the site of the deadliest terrorist attacks in American history. On September 11, 2001, two planes hijacked by Islamic jihadists crashed into both towers of the World Trade Center. 2,977 people were killed, including 343 firefighters.