A Memoir On Suspension Bridges, Comprising The History Of Their Origin And Progress, And Of Their Application To Civil And Military Purposes

""A Memoir On Suspension Bridges"" is a comprehensive account of the history and development of suspension bridges, written by Charles Stewart Drewry. The book covers the origins of suspension bridge technology, starting with the earliest known examples in ancient China, and traces its evolution through the centuries. The author also examines the various applications of suspension bridges, both in civil and military contexts, and provides detailed descriptions of some of the most significant examples of these structures from around the world. With a wealth of technical information and historical context, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and engineering of suspension bridges.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.