Greatness in Construction History

CHAPTER 7

The Brooklyn Bridge, New York, USA—The John Roebling Family and the Story of Bridging the River to the American Dream

It’s 1867 AD in New York City, New York, USA.

Immigrants pouring into New York City, mostly working in Manhattan, and living in Brooklyn. The two cities are growing fast; however, growth is restrained by the body of water separating them, the East River. New York State steps in and appoints John A. Roebling to bridge the river to the American Dream.

Figure 7.1 Brooklyn Bridge—New York, USA [1]

 

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