One of the highlights of any New York City walking tour is the magnificent Brooklyn Bridge that connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The bridges Gothic stone towers inspire awe and passion in many visitors. The bridge, which spans the East River, was a modern marvel when it opened on May 24,1883.
Looking at the beautiful structure today, its hard to imagine that its beginnings were less than stellar. Way back in 1867, a noted bride builder by the name of John A. Roebling began the project which would become the Brooklyn Bridge. Due to political tussling and financing issues, construction on the bridge didnt begin until 1870.
Unfortunately, J.A. Roebling would not live to see his vision take shape. He died from an injury hed gotten while visiting the site. Instead, his son, Washington Roebling, an accomplished bridge engineer in his own right, would take the lead on the project.
Not content to sit on the sidelines and watch, Washington took an active role in the goings on at the construction site. One day, after spending too much time in an airtight cylinder underneath the East River, he became sick with the bends or diving sickness an illness...
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