The Pentagon – world’s largest office building
Yesterday evening’s shooting at the Pentagon is sure to keep the famous building in the news. If you haven’t read about the shooting, you can find that story here.
While talking about it tonight, it would help to know some facts about the Pentagon other than its obvious shape. Not obvious from the many overhead shots you see of the building is the fact that the Pentagon is five stories tall. Here are a few more interesting facts about the building that houses the U.S. Department of Defense:
In terms of floor space, it is the largest office building in the world (yes, larger than the Willis Tower, Empire State Building, etc.)- It was constructed to consolidate the War Department and create much needed extra space due to World War II.
- The building went from idea to completion between 1941 to 1943.
- Consisting of 5 rings, the Pentagon contains over 17 miles of corridors.
- Efficiency: it takes no longer than 7 minutes to walk from any one point to another inside the Pentagon.1
Read on:
GreatBuildings.com – The Pentagon
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