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The Brooklyn Bridge in New York City is opened to traffic after 14 years of construction.
After 14 years of construction, the iconic Brooklyn Bridge opened, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn for the first time.
On May 24, 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was inaugurated, becoming the world’s longest suspension bridge at the time. Designed by John A. Roebling and completed by his son Washington Roebling, the bridge spanned 1595.5 feet across the East River. Its opening ceremony drew thousands of spectators and featured a procession led by President Chester A. Arthur. The bridge’s innovative steel-wire design set new standards for engineering and urban development. It facilitated commerce and commuting between Manhattan and Brooklyn, transforming New York City’s growth. Today, the Brooklyn Bridge remains an enduring symbol of architectural ambition and American ingenuity.
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