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EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 5 MIN

Brooklyn Bridge: Building the Impossible

from Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families · host RT

The Brooklyn Bridge changed the face of New York City—and of bridge-building itself. Completed in 1883, it was the longest suspension bridge of its time, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn. Built with courage, creativity, and cutting-edge engineering, it became a symbol of progress. This episode explores how the bridge was built, the Roebling family’s role, and how it still stands strong today. 💵 Get a free month of Acorns Early: ⁠⁠⁠acornsearly.com/bedtimehistory⁠⁠ 📖 We published our first book, ⁠⁠Explorer Society: World's Fair Conspiracy⁠ 📢 ⁠⁠⁠Donate via Patreon⁠⁠⁠ for a shout-out! 🎉 Check out our new show, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bedtime Safari⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠📺⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠🇲🇽⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"⁠⁠⁠Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bedtime-history-inspirational-stories-for-kids-and-families--6890810/support.

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