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John W. Weeks

Spearheading transportation legislation

Played a pivotal role in the passage of the Federal Aid Road Act of 1916
Supported the creation of the Federal Highway Administration
Was instrumental in the early planning stages of the Golden Gate Bridge

John Wingate Weeks was a prominent American politician and banker from Massachusetts, known for his significant contributions to transportation legislation during his tenure as a United States Representative.

Milestones

The Fight to Build Political & Funding

The Military Said No

The U.S. War Department nearly killed the Golden Gate Bridge over fears an enemy could bomb it and seal San Francisco Bay forever.

1924