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Grand Trunk Ry. Steel Arch (i.e. Whirlpool Rapids) Bridge, Niagara, between 1897 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
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Grand Trunk Ry. Steel Arch (i.e. Whirlpool Rapids) Bridge, Niagara, between 1897 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
Grand Trunk Ry. Steel Arch (i.e. Whirlpool Rapids) Bridge, Niagara, between 1897 and 1899
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8 X 10 In Dry Plate Negative Niagara River Ontario Canada Railroad Bridge Railway Bridge Riverscape Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Edwin H Husher Grand Trunk Railway William A Livingstone
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This stunning photograph captures the Grand Trunk Ry. Steel Arch (also known as the Whirlpool Rapids) Bridge, spanning the Niagara River between New York City, New York, and Ontario, Canada, between 1897 and 1899. The bridge, a marvel of engineering during the late 19th century, was built by the Grand Trunk Railway Company to facilitate transportation and commerce between the United States and Canada. The bridge's distinctive steel arch design, a testament to the ingenuity of the era, is particularly evident in this image. The dry plate negative, created by an unknown photographer, showcases the intricate details of the bridge's structure, from the ornate railings to the suspension cables that hold the arch in place. The Niagara River, a natural wonder and a formidable geographical feature, is depicted in the background, its powerful rapids a stark contrast to the tranquility of the scene. The image, taken during the 1890s or early 1900s, is a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when the world was being connected through railways and bridges. The photograph, housed in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the rich history of transportation and the role it played in shaping the world we live in today. The Grand Trunk Ry. Steel Arch Bridge, a symbol of engineering prowess and cross-border cooperation, remains an iconic structure, a reminder of the past and a beacon of progress.
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