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← Throwback Thursday on the Hudson River: The Making of the “George” Washington Bridge

The George spurred economic development

By PANYNJ PORTfolio | Published May 6, 2015 | Full size is 2941 × 2370 pixels

The George nearing completion
Stone foundation is laid

The bridge’s two towers stand 604 feet above water. The bridge spurred widespread economic development, which resulted in explosive community growth.

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