Description of Colonel S. H. Long’s Bridges: Together with a Series of Directions to Bridge Builders (1841)

Description of Colonel S. H. Long's Bridges: Together with a Series of Directions to Bridge Builders is a historical book written by Stephen Harriman Long in 1841. The book provides a detailed account of the bridges built by Colonel S. H. Long, who was a renowned American civil engineer and military officer. The book contains a series of directions and guidelines for bridge builders, which are still relevant today. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of bridge building. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of bridge building and the various materials used in constructing bridges. The subsequent chapters delve into the specifics of bridge design, construction, and maintenance. The book contains detailed illustrations and diagrams that help readers understand the technical aspects of bridge building. It also includes case studies of various bridges built by Colonel S. H. Long, including the Chain Bridge over the Potomac River and the Allegheny Aqueduct. Overall, Description of Colonel S. H. Long's Bridges is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of bridge building or the technical aspects of bridge construction. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most accomplished civil engineers and offers practical advice for modern-day bridge builders.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.