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Chelsea Bridge, London. Suspension bridge over the Thames, opened in 1858, connecting
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Date: 28th March 2014
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Chelsea Bridge, London. Suspension bridge over the Thames, opened in 1858, connecting
Chelsea Bridge, London. Suspension bridge over the Thames, opened in 1858, connecting Chelsea with Battersea on the south bank of the river. It was replaced in the 1930s. Engineer, Thomas Page (1803-1877). Cost of construction £ 83, 319. When first opened it was a toll bridge, free for foot traffic on Sundays and Bank Holidays. In 1879 tolls were abolished. From The Illustrated London News. (London, September 1858). Chromolithograph
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1858 1879 1930s Bank Battersea Bridge Chelsea Chromolithograph Civil Connecting Construction Cost Engineer Engineering Foot Free Holidays Illustrated News Opened Page Replaced River September South Suspension Thames Thomas Traffic Abolished Sundays Toll Tolls
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the iconic Chelsea Bridge in London, a magnificent suspension bridge that spanned over the majestic Thames River. Designed by the brilliant engineer Thomas Page and opened to the public in 1858, this architectural marvel connected Chelsea with Battersea on the south bank of the river. The construction of this masterpiece came at a cost of £83,319, reflecting both its grandeur and significance. Originally serving as a toll bridge, it allowed foot traffic to cross free of charge on Sundays and Bank Holidays. However, in 1879 tolls were abolished altogether, making it accessible for all without any financial burden. The image captures not only the structural elegance but also highlights its historical context. Published in The Illustrated London News in September 1858 as a chromolithograph, it immortalizes an important moment in British engineering history. Although this particular version of Chelsea Bridge was eventually replaced during the 1930s due to increasing demands and modernization efforts, its legacy lives on through photographs like these. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and reminds us of our ability to create enduring structures that shape our cities for generations to come.
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