Construction of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, overseen by Robert Moses, began in 1959. It was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened in November 1964. The span was named after Giovanni da Verrazzano, the first European explorer to sail into New York Harbor | Old New York City

The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Narrows, the body of water separating Staten Island and Brooklyn in New York City. The bridge was opened to traffic on November 21, 1964, and has since been recognized as one of the most iconic structures in New York City. The construction of the Verrazano Bridge was a monumental feat, requiring the hard work and dedication of many different workers, including a team of ironworkers who were responsible for installing the bridge's