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South Wales Railway: Opening of the Chepstow Bridge, 1852. Wrought iron tubular suspension
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Date: 26th March 2014
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South Wales Railway: Opening of the Chepstow Bridge, 1852. Wrought iron tubular suspension
South Wales Railway: Opening of the Chepstow Bridge, 1852. Wrought iron tubular suspension bridge over the river Wye at Chepstow. This bridge, constructed 1849-1852, was an innovative design by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) and the use of wrought iron tubular girders is considered to be a dummy run for his last great masterpiece, the Royal Albert bridge over the Tamar at Saltash. The Chepstow bridge carried the South Wales Railway over the Wye just above its junction with the Severn. Brunel was engineer to the railway. From The Illustrated London News. (London, 24 July 1852)
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a momentous event in the history of British engineering - the opening of the Chepstow Bridge in South Wales. Constructed between 1849 and 1852, this remarkable bridge was an innovative design by none other than Isambard Kingdom Brunel, one of Britain's greatest civil engineers. The photograph showcases Brunel's ingenuity through his use of wrought iron tubular girders, which were considered a precursor to his later masterpiece, the Royal Albert Bridge over the Tamar at Saltash. The Chepstow Bridge served as a crucial link for the South Wales Railway, spanning over the majestic river Wye just before it meets with the Severn. Brunel's role as engineer to the railway is evident in every detail of this magnificent structure. The suspension design adds an element of grandeur to its appearance while ensuring stability and strength. This image from The Illustrated London News on July 24th, 1852 immortalizes not only Brunel's genius but also celebrates advancements in transportation and engineering during that era. As we gaze upon this historic photograph today, we are reminded of how far we have come in terms of technological progress. It serves as a testament to human innovation and determination; pushing boundaries and shaping our world for generations to come.
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