Tag Archives: Architecture

The Transcontinental Railroad Final Link?

Posted on February 1, 2024 by vanbraman

Today I have been thinking about the story of the Golden Spike. The last spike of the Transcontinental Railroad was driven on May 10, 1869 at Promontory Summit in Utah. This joined the railheads of the Union Pacific and Central … Continue reading →

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A Memorable Earthquake Drill

Posted on September 18, 2023 by vanbraman

Tonight I am thinking about an earthquake drill that I took part in ten years ago. Tomorrow is the 38th anniversary of the 1985 Mexico City earthquake. On the morning of September 19 Mexico City was struck by an 8.1 … Continue reading →

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