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National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark
Photographer: Cosmos Mariner
Taken: September 9, 2013
Caption: National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark
Additional Description:
Tennessee State Capitol
The Tennessee State Capitol (constructed 1845-1877) was designed by engineer and architect William Strickland. It was one of the first buildings in the nation with structural iron roof trusses. The Capitol grounds were designed by engineers J.A. Hayden and John Bogart and set the standard for park development in the region.
State Capitol building completed 1859
State Capitol grounds completed 1877
designated 2003
American Society of Civil Engineers • 1852

Submitted: March 20, 2019, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Database Locator Identification Number: p467347
File Size: 3.828 Megabytes

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