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Minoru Yamasaki
Minoru Yamasaki

Minoru Yamasaki was a renowned architect, born on December 1, 1912, and passed away on February 6, 1986. His works are known for their modernist style, with his design of the World Trade Center in New York being particularly iconic. more

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