Listen "Golden Gate Bridge - The story behind the most iconic bridge ever built"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Architecture Topics we'll explore the full story behind the Golden Gate Bridge. From the geographic and economic factors that made it make sense, to the ambitious engineer who dared to imagine the impossible but didn't actually know how to build it, to the team behind the scenes that did...Discover how Joseph Strauss rallied public support, how Charles Ellis quietly designed one of the world’s most daring suspension bridges, and how politics, weather, and war shaped its creation. We’ll walk through the challenges of construction, the innovations that saved lives, and the moment it opened to the world.Whether you’re into architecture, history, or just love a good story about bold ideas, this episode will change the way you see one of America’s most photographed landmarks.
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