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Menai Bridge with steamship
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Menai Bridge with steamship
The steam ferryboat St. Seiriol passing under the Menai Bridge designed by Thomas Telford. The Menai Suspension Bridge, or Pont Grog y Borth in Welsh, is a suspension bridge between the island of Anglesey and the mainland of Wales. Completed in 1826, it is one of the first modern suspension bridges in the world
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This photograph showcases the historical Menai Bridge in Wales, with the iconic steam ferryboat St. Seiriol making its way under the suspension bridge designed by the renowned engineer Thomas Telford. Completed in 1826, the Menai Suspension Bridge, also known as Pont Grog y Borth in Welsh, is a testament to engineering innovation and a significant milestone in the history of modern suspension bridges. The bridge connects the island of Anglesey to the mainland of Wales and was one of the first suspension bridges built in the world. The steam ferryboat St. Seiriol, with its distinctive chimney stack, adds an extra layer of intrigue to the scene. The steamship, named after the local Welsh saint Seiriol, was a common sight on the Menai Strait during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The ferryboat played a crucial role in transporting people and goods between the island and the mainland before the construction of the road bridge in 1958. The photograph not only highlights the engineering marvel of the Menai Suspension Bridge but also captures the historical significance of the steamship in the region's transportation history. The combination of the bridge's elegant design and the steamship's industrial power creates a striking contrast, making this image a must-have for anyone interested in Welsh history, engineering, or maritime culture.
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