The tallest skyscrapers in the world, from 1895 on. All pictures link to a hi-res version (some link directly to the image; right-click > open in new tab to avoid slide show).
1895: Milwaukee City Hall, Milwaukee, USA (353 ft.)
1899: Park Row Building, NYC, USA (391 ft.)
1901: Philadelphia City Hall, Philadelphia, USA (511 ft.)
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