Building on a Dream: Golden Gate Bridge: Learn About the Design and History of a Beautiful Marvel of Modern Engineering
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The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognizable structures in the world and an engineering marvel. Construction began in 1933 and was completed in 1937. It faced many setbacks during the process. The book chronicles the building of the iconic bridge including how bridge builder, Joseph Strauss, found solutions for addressing the harsh environmental conditions to ensure the safety of travelers and shipping vessels. Factors such as water depth, height, span, bedrock stability, high win...






















