Welcome to the Roadscapes Wednesday segment! Each week here on Geek Alabama, Roadscapes Wednesday will feature roads and infrastructure related topics. Geek Alabama Editor / Publisher Nathan Young is often called the “road geek” for a good reason, Nathan loves roads and loves talking about roads!

Today on AD, chief historian Dominique Jean-Louis takes a walking tour to explore how the Brooklyn Bridge evolved from a 19th-century engineering marvel into one of New York City’s most enduring landmarks. From its revolutionary construction and famous elephant test to cars, bikes, and tourists, discover how the bridge shaped the city over 140 years.

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