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William Le Baron Jenney
1907Jun, 14

William Le Baron Jenney

William Le Baron Jenney, American architect and engineer, designed the Home Insurance Building (b. 1832)
William Le Baron Jenney (September 25, 1832 – June 14, 1907) was an American architect and engineer who is known for building the first skyscraper in 1884.

In 1998, Jenney was ranked number 89 in the book 1,000 Years, 1,000 People: Ranking the Men and Women Who Shaped the Millennium.

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Events on 1907

  • 23May

    Parliament of Finland

    The unicameral Parliament of Finland gathers for its first plenary session.
  • 22Jun

    Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway

    The London Underground's Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway opens.
  • 7Sep

    RMS Lusitania

    Cunard Line's RMS Lusitania sets sail on her maiden voyage from Liverpool, England, to New York City.
  • 16Nov

    RMS Mauretania (1906)

    Cunard Line's RMS Mauretania, sister ship of RMS Lusitania, sets sail on her maiden voyage from Liverpool, England, to New York City.
  • 31Dec

    Times Square

    The first New Year's Eve celebration is held in Times Square (then known as Longacre Square) in Manhattan.