#1 Click this link to see 2009 News Photos page --> 06/14/2008

The Brooklyn Bridge can be seen lit up during its 125th anniversary celebrations in New York, May 22nd, 2008. This year marks the 125th anniversary of the bridge being built over the East River linking Manhattan to Brooklyn.

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#2 Click this link to see Blog page --> 05/24/2017

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#3 Click this link to see Historic Photos page --> 01/03/2022 #3

In 1870, groundbreaking took place for the Brooklyn Bridge. #BrooklynBridge

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#4 Click this link to see Historic Photos page --> 05/24/2022 #3

In 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge, linking Brooklyn and Manhattan, was dedicated by President Chester Alan Arthur and New York Gov. Grover Cleveland. #BrooklynBridge

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#5 Click this link to see Historic Photos page --> 05/30/2022 #2

In 1883, twelve people were trampled to death in a stampede sparked by a rumor that the recently opened Brooklyn Bridge was in danger of collapsing. #BrooklynBridge

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