The Daredevil Workers Behind the Empire State Building
They wrestled steel beams, hung from enormous hooks, and hurled glowing rivets — all while "strolling on the thin edge of nothingness." These were the fearless laborers who built the Empire State Building.
Life at the Edge of Danger
The men working on the iconic skyscraper faced terrifying heights daily. Photographer Lewis Hine captured these moments, documenting the workers’ bravery and skill. His images reveal their astonishing balance and fearlessness as they clung to steel girders hundreds of feet above New York City.
"It would take 11 seconds to hit the ground," an expression highlighting the peril these workers faced each day.
Construction was brutal and relentless. Even amidst harsh winters and scorching summers, these roughneck workers maintained their focus, assembling the towering icon. Their job involved dangerous activities like handling heated rivets and maneuvering massive steel beams, all without the safety technologies common today.
A Tribute to Strength and Courage
Glenn Kurtz, reflecting on the Empire State Building's creation, emphasized the mixture of human grit and mechanical innovation that made the building possible. The workers’ determination and daring formed the backbone of this engineering marvel.
The Empire State Building's construction was not just an architectural feat but a testament to the extraordinary courage and skill of its workers who faced constant danger with steady hands and fearless hearts.
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