Brooklyn Bridge (1981)
Brooklyn Bridge (1981)
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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David McCullough David McCullough As: Self - Narrator (voice)
Paul Roebling Paul Roebling As: Washington Roebling (voice)
Julie Harris Julie Harris As: Emily Roebling (voice)
Arthur Miller Arthur Miller As: Self
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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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Certification: G

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Genres: Documentary, History

Language: English

Release Date: 08 November 1981

Country: US

Runtime: 58m

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David McCullough

David McCullough

Self - Narrator (voice)

Paul Roebling

Paul Roebling

Washington Roebling (voice)

Julie Harris

Julie Harris

Emily Roebling (voice)

Arthur Miller

Arthur Miller

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Ken Burns

Ken Burns

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Ken Burns

Ken Burns

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