Glance At The Victoria Bridge And The Men Who Built It (1860)

A Glance At The Victoria Bridge And The Men Who Built It (1860) is a historical book written by Charles Legge. The book provides a comprehensive account of the construction of the Victoria Bridge, a significant engineering marvel of the 19th century. The bridge, which spans across the St. Lawrence River in Montreal, Canada, was built between 1854 and 1859 and was the longest bridge in the world at the time. The book delves into the challenges faced by the engineers and workers who built the bridge, including the harsh weather conditions, the dangerous working conditions, and the financial difficulties that arose during the construction. Legge also provides a detailed description of the design and construction process, including the use of innovative techniques and materials, such as the use of wrought iron for the first time in a major bridge project.Moreover, the book highlights the key figures involved in the project, including the chief engineer, James Hodges, and the contractor, John Redpath. The author also sheds light on the social and economic impact of the Victoria Bridge, which played a significant role in the development of Montreal as a major transportation hub.Overall, A Glance At The Victoria Bridge And The Men Who Built It (1860) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of engineering and construction, as well as the social and economic impact of infrastructure projects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.