Washington Roebling

Washington Roebling

Washington Augustus Roebling (May 26, 1837 – July 21, 1926) was an American civil engineer best known for his work on the Brooklyn Bridge, which was initially designed by his father John A. Roebling.

Read more about Washington Roebling:  Education and Military Service, Construction of The Brooklyn Bridge, Later Years

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