Lunch Atop a Skyscraper (1932) – Unknown

This 1932 picture shows workers taking a break, sitting on a beam more than 800 feet above the ground. These men were some who helped build the Rockefeller Center, and although this snap might elicit sweaty palms, it was meant to promote the skyscraper.

This photo, taken on the 69th floor of the RCA Building, also symbolizes New York’s resiliency and bravery, so much so that one couldn’t walk the Times Square without seeing the image on mugs and shirts. This iconic shot was said to be the most reproduced by agency Corbis.