The Economic Times

During construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, engineers used aerial cable spinning, completing the main cables in six months and nine days before the bridge opened in 1937

In 1935, crews expertly spun thousands of wires over the Golden Gate Strait, fashioning the iconic bridge's main cables in an astonishing timeframe of under seven months. Amidst the challenges of the Great Depression and using only fundamental tools, they executed this bold engineering venture, rigorously enforcing safety protocols to protect workers. This monumental achievement stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination.