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Thursday, May 24, 2012

Brooklyn Bridge opens May 24th 1883


Mentioned in countless songs and literary works plus 14 years and 27 deaths while being constructed, the Brooklyn Bridge over the East River is opened, connecting the great cities of New York and Brooklyn for the first time in history. 

Thousands of residents of Brooklyn and Manhattan Island turned out to witness the dedication ceremony, which was presided over by President Chester A. Arthur and New York Governor Grover Cleveland. 

Designed by the late John A. Roebling, the Brooklyn Bridge was the largest suspension bridge ever built to that date.

On my next trip to NYC I’m thinking about staying in Brooklyn. Lower hotels rates and the subway can whisk me into Manhattan. Hey folks out there in Blog land-any thoughts or comments?

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