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The Golden Gate Bridge Was a Dream That Turned Into a Depression-Era Nightmare for the 11 Men Who Died During Its Construction
A week’s worth of celebrations became known as the Golden Gate Bridge Fiesta. The bridge has since become a symbol of architectural ingenuity and Bay Area style. After all, its construction was ...
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Men Who Built the Bridge
A group of bridge workers pose for camera, Courtesy Ed Ashoff Workers built the bridge during the worst ... In the era of the Golden Gate Bridge's construction, workmen knew a grim rule of thumb ...
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How Did the Golden Gate Bridge Get Its Name? The Origin of San Francisco’s Iconic Landmark
During construction, a safety net saved the lives of 19 workers. Today, it’s a source of pride and wonder for everyone. The post How Did the Golden Gate Bridge Get Its Name? The Origin of San ...
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Opposition to the Bridge and Facts
Golden Gate Ferries, owned by Southern Pacific ... a surge of new visitors to the majestic forest after the bridge opened. During construction: In August 1933, a Portland-bound ship, the Sidney ...
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Mark Jones confused, mislabeled Golden Gate and Bay Bridges during NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
During Friday night’s NBA All-Star Celebrity Game, ESPN’s Mark Jones did neither. Coming out of halftime, ESPN showed a shot of the Golden Gate Bridge. Though Jones thought he was looking at ...