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The Neue Elbbrücke, also known as the New Elbe Bridge, in Hamburg, Germany, was completed in 1887. This historic bridge played a significant role in the development of Hamburg's transportation infrastructure during the late 19th century.
Designed by the renowned architect and engineer Gustav Brandt, the Neue Elbbrücke is a masterpiece of late 19th-century engineering and architectural design. The bridge spans the Elbe River and connects the city center of Hamburg with the industrial districts and harbor areas along the riverbanks.
The construction of the Neue Elbbrücke was a response to the growing need for improved transportation links across the Elbe River, facilitating the movement of goods and people between Hamburg's bustling port and its urban center. The bridge's completion in 1887 was a significant achievement and contributed to Hamburg's status as a leading maritime and commercial hub in Europe.
The Neue Elbbrücke features a distinctive iron truss design, typical of the industrial architecture of the period. Its robust structure and elegant form reflect the engineering prowess and aesthetic sensibilities of the late 19th century.
Today, the Neue Elbbrücke remains an integral part of Hamburg's transportation network, carrying road and rail traffic across the Elbe River. It stands as a testament to Hamburg's industrial heritage and serves as a symbol of the city's enduring commitment to innovation and progress.   

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The Neue Elbbrücke, also known as the New Elbe Bridge, in Hamburg, Germany, was completed in 1887. This historic bridge played a significant role in the development of Hamburg's transportation infrastructure during the late 19th century.
Designed by the renowned architect and engineer Gustav Brandt, the Neue Elbbrücke is a masterpiece of late 19th-century engineering and architectural design. The bridge spans the Elbe River and connects the city center of Hamburg with the industrial districts and harbor areas along the riverbanks.
The construction of the Neue Elbbrücke was a response to the growing need for improved transportation links across the Elbe River, facilitating the movement of goods and people between Hamburg's bustling port and its urban center. The bridge's completion in 1887 was a significant achievement and contributed to Hamburg's status as a leading maritime and commercial hub in Europe.
The Neue Elbbrücke features a distinctive iron truss design, typical of the industrial architecture of the period. Its robust structure and elegant form reflect the engineering prowess and aesthetic sensibilities of the late 19th century.
Today, the Neue Elbbrücke remains an integral part of Hamburg's transportation network, carrying road and rail traffic across the Elbe River. It stands as a testament to Hamburg's industrial heritage and serves as a symbol of the city's enduring commitment to innovation and progress.   

Good thing World War 2 bombers did not destroy the bridge and the invading/occupation allies' troops didn't ransack it. 

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Las Brisas hotel in Acapulco, Mexico, was built in 1957 on a hill overlooking Acapulco Bay and it had individual small pools for each room which was unusual and unique at the time. When I was a k1d back in the 1960's, we would travel from Mexico City to Acapulco, and we would normally stay at the Acapulco hotel at the Acapulco Bay Beach, but a friend of my dad was staying at Las Brisas and invited us to see him there and it was an expensive resort where celebr1ties like Frank Sinatra and John Wayne used to stay. It is still a very popular place to stay there. Las Brisas is Spanish for The Breezes. 

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Las Brisas hotel in Acapulco, Mexico, was built in 1957 on a hill overlooking Acapulco Bay and it had individual small pools for each room which was unusual and unique at the time. When I was a k1d back in the 1960's, we would travel from Mexico City to Acapulco, and we would normally stay at the Acapulco hotel at the Acapulco Bay Beach, but a friend of my dad was staying at Las Brisas and invited us to see him there and it was an expensive resort where celebr1ties like Frank Sinatra and John Wayne used to stay. It is still a very popular place to stay there. Las Brisas is Spanish for The Breezes. 

We went to Alcapulco just before COVID.  We were advised to stay at the resort, but we took a tour with a local who was associated with the resort and he knew where was dangerous and where was okay.  Great views, but air quality was terrible.  It seems Alcapulco is mostly a destination for Mexicans and not so much for Americans and hasn’t been for quite some time.  Still, it was a great trip.

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The Centennial Exposition Building, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was constructed for the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876. This grand structure covered an impressive 21.5 acres, making it the largest building in the world at the time of its completion.

Designed to showcase American innovation and industry, the Centennial Exposition was a monumental event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the United States' founding. The exhibition featured displays of technological advancements, cultural exhibits, and artistic achievements from around the world.

The Centennial Exposition Building itself was a marvel of engineering and architecture, housing exhibits from numerous countries and attracting millions of visitors during its run. Its size and scale symbolized the ambitious spirit of the United States during the post-Civil War era.

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The original Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, 33rd-34th Streets & Fifth Avenue. Built 1893.  By the 1920s, affluence had moved uptown and the family sold the plot to the developers of the Empire State Building and closed the hotel in 1929.  The Empire State Building began construction on the site soon afterward.

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The World War I Victory Arch and Flatiron Building of New York City, 1919.

Erected in 1918 as a temporary structure commemorating the New York soldiers who fought in World War I, the Victory Arch stood just north of the Flatiron Building at the intersection of 24th Street and 5th Avenue.

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Back when they built them cool, a trifecta.   
Art Deco skyscrapers in Chicago, Illinois.

333 N. Michigan building on left (Holabird & Root, 1928) was the first Art Deco skyscraper in Chicago.

London Guaranty building, center.

Mather Tower, right.

That’s a cool pic.  Was trying to figure out the year.  Based on the cars I guess early to mid 1920s.  Guess it was a slow shutter as most of the moving vehicles are blurred.  Wonder if any of those buildings are still standing?

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Back when they built them cool, a trifecta.   
Art Deco skyscrapers in Chicago, Illinois.

333 N. Michigan building on left (Holabird & Root, 1928) was the first Art Deco skyscraper in Chicago.

London Guaranty building, center.

Mather Tower, right.

That’s a cool pic.  Was trying to figure out the year.  Based on the cars I guess early to mid 1920s.  Guess it was a slow shutter as most of the moving vehicles are blurred.  Wonder if any of those buildings are still standing?

MaxBigfoot put that there, maybe he knows. 

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 The opening of the Eiffel Tower 1889

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Back when they built them cool, a trifecta.   
Art Deco skyscrapers in Chicago, Illinois.

333 N. Michigan building on left (Holabird & Root, 1928) was the first Art Deco skyscraper in Chicago.

London Guaranty building, center.

Mather Tower, right.

That’s a cool pic.  Was trying to figure out the year.  Based on the cars I guess early to mid 1920s.  Guess it was a slow shutter as most of the moving vehicles are blurred.  Wonder if any of those buildings are still standing?

MaxBigfoot put that there, maybe he knows. 

1928.

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The opening of the Eiffel Tower 1889

It's too bad the buildings in the foreground aren't there any more, they're very neat.   

[solvegas]

Opened in October 1, 1971, the Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom castle, aka Cinderella's castle, based on real castles found in Germany, Czeck republic and more.  Last time I was there was in 1996, so I wonder if it has changed much since then.   

[MaxBigfoot]

The Holstentor, or Holsten Gate, is a historic city gate located in Lübeck, Germany, and is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Constructed in the late 15th century, specifically between 1464 and 1478, the Holstentor is a prime example of Brick Gothic architecture prevalent in the Hanseatic cities of Northern Europe.

This gate served as one of the main entry points into the city and was an important symbol of Lübeck's power and wealth during the height of the Hanseatic League. Its distinctive twin towers, steep gables, and arched passageway made the Holstentor an imposing and impressive sight for visitors and traders arriving by sea.

The gate was designed by master builder Hinrich Helmstedt and constructed with red brick, typical of Gothic architecture in the region. Over the centuries, the Holstentor has undergone restoration and preservation efforts to maintain its historic integrity and significance.

Today, the Holstentor is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that encompasses Lübeck's Old Town, highlighting its importance as a cultural and historical landmark. Visitors to Lübeck can explore the Holstentor Museum inside the gate, which showcases exhibits on the history of Lübeck and the Hanseatic League.

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