Caissons and Challenges
Construction of the bridge began with the daunting task of building caissons, massive wooden structures submerged in the river. Workers, known as sand hogs, faced perilous conditions that led to caisson disease, a dangerous ailment resulting from rapid pressure changes. Despite the challenges, the project progressed under the watchful eye of Emily, who took over engineering duties after her husband became paralyzed. The towers, reaching 278 feet, were ultimately designed with a neo-gothic arch, evolving from the original vision of Egyptian tombs.In this clip
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