Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.
Type:
MOVIE
Genres:
Documentary, History
Release:
November 1981
Cast:
David McCullough, Paul Roebling, Julie Harris, Arthur Miller
Tags:
architecture, construction, brooklyn, new york city, brooklyn bridge
