John A. Roebling | |
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 Roebling, c. 1866 | |
| Born | Johann August Röbling June 12, 1806 |
| Died | July 22, 1869 (aged 63) New York City, U.S. |
| Nationality | Prussian → American |
| Known for | Brooklyn Bridge John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge |
| Spouse | Johanna Herting |
| Children | 9, including Washington |
| Relatives | Emily Roebling Cadwalader (granddaughter) Washington A. Roebling II (grandson) Donald Roebling (great-grandson) Paul Roebling (great-great-grandson) |
John Augustus Roebling (born Johann August Röbling; June 12, 1806 – July 22, 1869) was a German-born American civil engineer.[1] He designed and built wire rope suspension bridges, in particular the Brooklyn Bridge, which has been designated as a National Historic Landmark and a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.