
John McTaggert
John McTaggert was a 14-year-old messenger boy whose tragic death was linked to the notorious winds created by the Flatiron building, known as the 'Flatiron breeze.' His story is often cited as a historical anecdote illustrating the building's controversial early reputation.
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John McTaggert was a 14-year-old messenger boy who tragically died after being blown into the street by the Flatiron breeze.
New York City’s Flatiron building enters new era with $58.5m apartments | New YorkThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-01



