In 1930 Fortune published a series of articles on skyscraper development. One issue focused on construction and in particular on "the master-workmen of our time," ironworkers. The accompanying illustrations pictured a team of riveters in action. Known as "Eagle's Gang," the four -- Eagle, the Bowers brothers, and George Smith -- were recent veterans of the 40 Wall Street job and were reputed to be "one of the best gangs in the city."

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