Facts
Facing internal opposition, Ammann struck out on his own, joining forces with newly elected Governor George Silzer of New Jersey. The new bi-state Port Authority had given lukewarm reception to motor vehicle projects, but thanks to the persuasion of Ammann and Silzer, there was enough support on both sides of the Hudson to construct the proposed bridge. In 1925, the Port Authority agreed to take responsibility for constructing the bridge, and employed Ammann as master bridge designer and chief engineer. Cass Gilbert, the designer of the landmark Woolworth Building, provided architectural assistance to Ammann at the new agency.
Facing internal opposition, Ammann struck out on his own, joining forces with newly elected Governor George Silzer of New Jersey. The new bi-state Port Authority had given lukewarm reception to motor vehicle projects, but thanks to the persuasion of Ammann and Silzer, there was enough support on both sides of the Hudson to construct the proposed bridge. In 1925, the Port Authority agreed to take responsibility for constructing the bridge, and employed Ammann as master bridge designer and chief engineer. Cass Gilbert, the designer of the landmark Woolworth Building, provided architectural assistance to Ammann at the new agency.
Facing internal opposition, Ammann struck out on his own, joining forces with newly elected Governor George Silzer of New Jersey. The new bi-state Port Authority had given lukewarm reception to motor vehicle projects, but thanks to the persuasion of Ammann and Silzer, there was enough support on both sides of the Hudson to construct the proposed bridge. In 1925, the Port Authority agreed to take responsibility for constructing the bridge, and employed Ammann as master bridge designer and chief engineer. Cass Gilbert, the designer of the landmark Woolworth Building, provided architectural assistance to Ammann at the new agency.