Charles Macdonald
Publication: Journal of Bridge Engineering
Volume 15, Issue 5
Abstract
Macdonald was one of the leading bridge engineers from 1867 to 1912. His bridges crossed major rivers of the United States and Australia. He was Chief Engineer for several major bridge companies and finished his career as a member of the Board appointed to select the replacement design for the Quebec Bridge that collapsed under construction in 1907.
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Journal of Bridge Engineering
Volume 15 • Issue 5 • September 2010
Pages: 565 - 580
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Received: Aug 27, 2008
Accepted: Jun 10, 2009
Published online: Aug 13, 2010
Published in print: Sep 2010
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