The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the most iconic landmarks in the city of New York and a symbol of American ingenuity and engineering prowess. It is a suspension bridge that spans the East River between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn, connecting the two sides of the city. The bridge was designed by John A. Roebling, a German-born engineer who had previously designed the Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge. Roebling began working on the plans for the Brooklyn Bridge in 1867, but tragically, he died in a construction accident before construction could begin. His son, Washington Roebling, took over the project and oversaw its completion. Construction on the
