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London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona
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London Bridge, Lake Havasu City, Arizona
In 1962, London Bridge was falling down. Built in 1831, the bridge couldn t handle the ever-increasing flow of traffic across the Thames River. The British government decided to put the bridge up for sale, and Robert McCulloch, Founder of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and Chairman of McCulloch Oil Corporation, submitted the winning bid of $2, 460, 000.
The bridge was dismantled, and each stone was numbered. Everything was shipped 10, 000 miles to Long Beach, California, and then trucked to Lake Havasu City. Reconstruction began on September 23, 1968, with a ceremony including the Lord Mayor of London, who laid the cornerstone. On October 10, 1971, the bridge was dedicated
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Arizona Bridge Man Made Structure Lake Havasu Lake Havasu City
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This stunning print captures the iconic London Bridge in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, a testament to the incredible journey this historic bridge has taken. Originally built in 1831 over the Thames River in London, the bridge faced challenges with increasing traffic and was eventually put up for sale in 1962.
Enter Robert McCulloch, Founder of Lake Havasu City and Chairman of McCulloch Oil Corporation, who won the bid for $2,460,000 to bring this piece of British history across the pond to Arizona. The meticulous process of dismantling each stone, numbering them, shipping them 10,000 miles to Long Beach California and then trucking them to their new home began.
Reconstruction commenced on September 23rd, 1968 with a ceremony attended by none other than the Lord Mayor of London himself laying down the cornerstone. Finally on October 10th, 1971 after years of hard work and dedication from all involved parties including local residents and workers alike - London Bridge was officially dedicated once again.
This print serves as a reminder that even when things seem impossible or falling apart like "London Bridge", with determination and vision anything can be rebuilt stronger than before. A true symbol of resilience and community spirit captured forever in this breathtaking image.
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