The History in Ten Podcast is a Timeless inspired history podcast for the non-historian by the non-historian. Tune in each week to take a look into historical events, people, movies, and periods that aren't taught in school, or that are forgotten by history - in just 10 short minutes! Looking to get in touch? Have ideas? Email us at historyin10podcast@gmail.com!
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The History in Ten Podcast is a Timeless inspired history podcast for the non-historian by the non-historian. Tune in each week to take a look into historical events, people, movies, and periods that aren't taught in school, or that are forgotten by history - in just 10 short minutes! Looking to get in touch? Have ideas? Email us at historyin10podcast@gmail.com!
Episode 18: The Brooklyn Bridge and Emily Warren Roebling
History in Ten
11 minutes 54 seconds
6 years ago
Episode 18: The Brooklyn Bridge and Emily Warren Roebling
Have you ever walked or driven across a bridge and wondered just who made it and how it was made? Or have you, like me, marveled the architectural and engineering feats of New York City’s bridges, subways, and tunnels?
Did you know that much of the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge was actually monitored by a woman? Emily Warren Roebling stepped in for her husband, Washington Roebling when he fell ill during the construction of the bridge, and she saw it to completion.
History in Ten
The History in Ten Podcast is a Timeless inspired history podcast for the non-historian by the non-historian. Tune in each week to take a look into historical events, people, movies, and periods that aren't taught in school, or that are forgotten by history - in just 10 short minutes! Looking to get in touch? Have ideas? Email us at historyin10podcast@gmail.com!