JOURNAL ARTICLE

Living in Viele's World.

  • Published In: Issues in Science & Technology, 2024, v. 40, n. 4. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MADHAVAN, GURU 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the life and work of Egbert Ludovicus Viele, a relatively unknown engineer who played a significant role in shaping New York City. Viele's hand-colored map of Manhattan's waterways from 1865 provided valuable information on flooding, unstable ground, and drainage. Despite his contributions to the city, Viele's name is not widely recognized, with Frederick Law Olmsted often receiving credit for designing Central Park. Viele's activism focused on sanitation, engineering, and health, and he believed in the importance of preserving Manhattan's natural topography. The article highlights the politics of recognition in engineering and the need for society to value all types of work, including operations and maintenance. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Issues in Science & Technology. 2024/07, Vol. 40, Issue 4, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0748-5492
  • DOI:10.58875/pzyt5336
  • Accession Number:179727676
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