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London Bridge Open 1831
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London Bridge Open 1831
King William IV and Queen Adelaide at the opening ceremony of John Rennies new London Bridge. The bridge was later dismantled & rebuilt in Lake Havasu City, Arizona in 1971. Date: 1 August 1831
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1831 Adelaide Bridges Ceremony Crowds Opening Rennie
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This evocative image captures the historic moment of the opening ceremony of London Bridge, as King William IV and Queen Adelaide cross the new bridge designed by the renowned engineer John Rennie on the 1st of August, 1831. The bridge, a marvel of engineering at the time, replaced the old one that had become increasingly inadequate for the growing city of London. The royal couple, dressed in their regal attire, are greeted by cheering crowds as they make their way across the bridge, their progress marked by the waving of colorful flags and banners. The bridge, an architectural monument of the Victorian era, would later be dismantled and rebuilt in Lake Havasu City, Arizona in 1971, where it remains a popular tourist attraction. This photograph, a testament to the rich history of London and its iconic landmarks, offers a glimpse into the past and the significance of this engineering feat in the annals of history.
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