STORY
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.
CAST & CREW
- David McCullough
- Paul Roebling
- Julie Harris
- Arthur Miller
Cast
- Ken Burns
Director
INFORMATION
Production Companies
- United States of America
Production Countries
LANGUAGES
- English