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East River, New York The Manhattan Bridge stretches across the East River in New York City, with its tall towers and suspension cables visible above the water and city buildings in the background. Map of central New York City focused on Manhattan, displaying major streets, neighborhoods, parks such as Central Park and Riverside Park, subway lines, bridges, tunnels, and points of interest including museums and landmarks. Surrounding boroughs like Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx are partially visible.
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East River: References & Edit History

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Type Description Contributor Date
Map added. Aug 14, 2023
Add new Web site: Fact Monster - United States - East River, New York City, New York, United States. Dec 15, 2011
Add new Web site: How Stuff Works - Geography - Geography of The East River, New York City, New York, United States. Dec 15, 2011
Brooklyn Bridge video added. Jul 19, 2011
Article revised and updated. Nov 21, 2008
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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