Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.
Ken Burns | Director |
Ken Burns | Director of Photography |
Amy Stechler | Writer |
Amy Stechler | Editor |
Amy Stechler | Associate Producer |
Buddy Squires | Associate Producer |
Roger Sherman | Associate Producer |
Richard Kilberg | Executive Producer |
Ken Burns | Cinematography |
Buddy Squires | Additional Camera |