Governors Island – An Exploration of Historic NYC
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by Andrew Wright
Taking the ferry to Governors Island, view of Brooklyn.
Fort Jay with view of Manhattan.
Fort Jay (background: Brooklyn), the oldest defensive structure on the island, is situated on the location of earthworks originally built to defend New York City during the American Revolution. General Israel Putnam constructed the first earthen fortification starting in April 1776, and armed it with eight cannons for the defence of New York Harbor.
Castle Williams with view of Manhattan. A circular fortification of red sandstone on the northwest point of Governors Island, part of a system of forts designed and constructed in the early 19th century to protect New York City from naval attack.
Completed Modernization of PS132
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by Andrew Wright
TAA just completed full interior and exterior modernization of PS 132 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, winning the approval of the New York State Historic Preservation Office. In this major renovation we restored the building facade, designed a playground, addressed curriculum concerns and security issues. With new roof insulation and total window replacement, we are anticipating that the energy use in the building will be reduced by 30%. — with Andrew Wright at PS132, Brooklyn.