The man behind ‘Twin Bridges,’ Gen. Thaddeus Kosciuszko,
remembered as the Revolutionary War hero he was HALFMOON — To
countless Northway travelers, the span over the Mohawk River is
simply a way to get to and from work, or fun Adirondack
vacations. Most people call it the “Twin Bridges.” To veterans
advocate Carol Hotaling, of Clifton Park, the structure has a
much deeper meaning – a tribute to the Revolutionary War hero
that it’s officially named after — Gen. Thaddeus Kosciuszko. The
bridge, which first opened in 1959, underwent a major
reconstruction project this fall. “I would like to propose a
rededication of this bridge,” she said. “He (Kosciuszko) was
born in Poland, came to a struggling America, volunteered his
services to the Continental Army and became chief engineer.”
Hotaling, the “Yellow Ribbon Lady,” has made countless yellow
decorations for veterans-themed events, celebrations and
observances, and works tirelessly to support troops stationed
overseas. Kosciuszko’s accomplishments were many, inc