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397807 01: The facade of the New York Stock Exchange is lit up like an American flag November 27, 2001 in New York City. This year marks the first year that the Exchange's six 50 foot columns were strung with lights to create the 39 by 72 foot American flag. (Photo by Darren McCollester/Getty Images)

397807 01: The facade of the New York Stock Exchange is lit up like an American flag November 27, 2001 in New York City. This year marks the first year that the Exchange's six 50 foot columns were strung with lights to create the 39 by 72 foot American flag. (Photo by Darren McCollester/Getty Images)