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Want to read. Shop this series. Rate this book. Tracy Campbell. The surprising history of the spectacular Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the competing agendas of its supporters, and the mixed results of their ambitious plan Rising to a triumphant height of feet, the Gateway Arch in St. By weaving together social, political, and cultural history, historian Tracy Campbell uncovers the complicated and troubling history of the beloved structure.

This compelling book explores how a medley of players with widely divergent motivations civic pride, ambition, greed, among others brought the Gateway Arch to fruition, but at a price the city continues to pay. Campbell dispels long-held myths and casts a provocative new light on the true origins and meaning of the Gateway Arch. He shows that the monument was the scheme of shrewd city leaders who sought to renew downtown St.

Louis and were willing to steal an election, destroy historic buildings, and drive out local people and businesses to achieve their goal.