The Sphere - New York
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N 40° 42.248 W 074° 00.914
18T E 583190 N 4506380
Quick Description: For three decades, this sculpture stood in the plaza of the World Trade Center. Entitled "The Sphere. It was damaged during the tragic events of September 11, 2001.
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 4/5/2008 1:49:42 AM
Waymark Code: WM3GT8
Reviewed By: Groundspeak Premium Member robert
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Date of Dedication: 03/11/2002

Name of organization that built the memorial: German sculptor Fritz Koenig

Private or Public Monument?: Government

Text on the memorial:
For three decades, this sculpture stood in the plaza of the World Trade Center. Entitled "The Sphere," it was conceived by artist Fritz Koenig as a symbol of world peace. It was damaged during the tragic events of September 11, 2001, but endures as an icon of hope and the indestructible spirit of this country. The Sphere was placed here on March 11, 2002 as a temporary memorial to all who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center.

The eternal flame was ignited on September 11, 2002 in honor of all those who were lost. Their spirit and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Physical address of memorial:
Battery Park
New York, NY USA
10019


Additional coordinates: Not listed

Web Address: Website for more information
Visit Instructions:
A picture of yourself (or your GPS if you are alone and cannot get someone to take your picture) at the memorial. Logs without pictures should be deleted by the waymark owner.
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