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A historic day in Coatesville: Lukens steel comes home
A 28-truck convoy transported five hundred tons of Lukens steel — that supported the World Trade Center for more than three decades — back home on Wednesday afternoon.
It was a historical day for Americans, especially those who live in Coatesville. The 10 50-ton steel structural shapes, known as “trees” framed the first nine floors of the North and South Towers until the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
“Now is the time for this city and community to also rise from the ashes,” said City Council President Ed Simpson.
It was a historical day for Americans, especially those who live in Coatesville. The 10 50-ton steel structural shapes, known as “trees” framed the first nine floors of the North and South Towers until the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
“Now is the time for this city and community to also rise from the ashes,” said City Council President Ed Simpson.
posted by Danielle Lynch at
6:53 PM
1 Comments:
These steel "trees" can and should serve a double purpose for the city. First off, it should stand as a reminder of the industrial might and greatness that once characterized Coatesville, the city once known as the Pittsburgh of the east. Too, it should be a motivator as to what Coatesville and her citizens can be, if they would stand as one and speak with one voice.
Lukens wasn't build on a foundation of government handouts and an entitlement culture. It was built on the sweat and vision of those who came before us.
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