Widnes–Runcorn Transporter Bridge
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title:
Widnes–Runcorn Transporter Bridge
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The Widnes–Runcorn Transporter Bridge crossed the river Mersey and Manchester Ship Canal linking the towns of Runcorn and Widnes. Completed in 1905, it was Britain's first transporter bridge and the largest of its type ever built in the world. It continued in use until 22 July 1961, when it was replaced by a through arch bridge, now known as the Silver Jubilee Bridge. The transporter bridge was then demolished.
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Former bridge in northwest England
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Widnes%E2%80%93Runcorn_Transporter_Bridge
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2024-01-21T15:02:58Z
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