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01/01/1928 First air-conditioned building is built

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Ben Milam Hotel Implosion Houston, Tx 12/9/12

280 feet tall Milam Building in downtown San Antonio, Texas, was the first high-rise air-conditioned office building. The building was designed by George Willis and named in honor of the Republic of Texas historical figure Benjamin Milam, noted for his leadership during the Texas Revolution.