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Building the Brooklyn Bridge
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Did you know the Brooklyn Bridge was built over 140 years ago and was once the longest suspension bridge in the world? Join Anna, Leo, and Percy as they uncover the incredible story of its construction and the remarkable people behind it. Washington Roebling and his wife, Emily, overcame immense challenges, including dangerous working conditions and illness, to bring this engineering marvel to life—and there's even a bit of mystery involving an old drawing and a white feather in this story. Let's dive into the past and explore the wonders of the Brooklyn Bridge!
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This episode was narrated by Nikki Bon and JoAnn Schinderle, written by Heidi Coburn, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Michael Dayvid.
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