The Brooklyn Bridge (Building America: Then and Now)

Opened on May 24th, 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is widely considered the greatest engineering achievement of the 19th century. This book looks at the construction of the bridge as well as its integration and social use. Opened on May 24, 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is widely considered the greatest engineering achievement of the 19th century. During the 30-year construction period, the project withstood city politics, numerous construction conundrums and accidents, and the death of Roebling. More than 160,000 people cross the bridge every day. Describes the planning, construction, and history of the Brooklyn Bridge, celebrated as one of the greatest landmarks and grandest sights of New York City