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Brooklyn Bridge
1981 · Film · documentary · 58 min
Directed by Ken Burns
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.
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Ken Burns' documentary [0] about the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge was really fascinating discussing the innovative (at the time, late 19th century) engineering methods and challenges. It's pretty short, only 1 hour. Highly recommended.
]0] https://kenburns.com/films/brooklyn-bridge/