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Opening Ceremony
- When
- 26 July 1820
- Where
- Union Chain Bridge
The bridge opened on 26 July 1820, attended by Robert Stevenson, marking its status as the longest vehicular suspension bridge.
The Union Chain Bridge opened on 26 July 1820. It was the longest wrought iron suspension bridge in the world with a span of 449 feet (137 m) and the first vehicular bridge of its type in the United Kingdom. The opening ceremony was attended by the celebrated Scottish civil engineer Robert Stevenson among others.
Sources
- Union Chain Bridge Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-13
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