🌆🏗️ Honoring the Legacy of the Mohawk Skywalkers 🌉🏙️
For over 140 years, Mohawk ironworkers—known as Mohawk Skywalkers—have played a pivotal role in shaping the skylines of North American cities. These brave men and women from Canada and upstate New York have constructed some of the most iconic structures across the continent, including the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, CN Tower, Golden Gate Bridge, and many more.
Their journey began in the 1880s and saw many Mohawk families establish "Little Caughnawaga" in Brooklyn during the 1920s, as they took on the perilous task of building Manhattan's skyscrapers. The Mohawk culture's deep-rooted values of physical bravery and taking risks for the greater good have been a driving force behind their incredible contributions.
Beyond their construction feats, Mohawk workers displayed remarkable heroism during the rescue efforts at Ground Zero and the rebuilding of the new World Trade Center after 9/11. Their enduring legacy continues into the 21st century, with Mohawk ironworkers still integral to high-rise and bridge construction projects today.
Let's take a moment to honor and recognize the Mohawk Skywalkers for their unparalleled contributions to our urban landscapes and their unwavering spirit of courage and community. 🏗
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