Brooklyn Bridge | Clip | A New York City Icon
Spanning the East River, The Brooklyn Bridge connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Since its opening over 130 years ago, it has become an icon of New York City.
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Brooklyn Bridge
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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