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20 Facts About the Brooklyn Bridge

Water Under the Bridge

Water Under the Bridge

Fact No. 7: On May 17, 1884, showman P. T. Barnum led 21 elephants over the Brooklyn Bridge to prove that it was stable. Pictured: A boat passes the art piece "Waterfalls" in 2008.

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Jun 27, 2008