Ocean State Libraries

Describes the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, from its conception by John Roebling in 1852 through, after many setbacks, its final completion under the direction of his son, Washington, in 1883.

Examines the building of the Great Wall of China and the thousands of years of conflict that preceded it.

Describes the building of the Colosseum in ancient Rome, and tells how it was used.

From the American Southwest to the Canadian plains, visit ancient sites, including Mesa Verde, Taos Pueblo and Alberta's bison precipice known as Head Smashed-In.

Discusses what quicksand is, how it is formed, its dangers, and how to avert disasters.

Discusses the history, design, and construction of New York City's Empire State Building.