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Bristol - Clifton Suspension Bridge from the Riverbank
Bristol - Clifton Suspension Bridge from the Riverbank Date: 1936
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Aug16 Bristol Brunel Clifton Designer Engineering Feat Gorge Isambard Paddle Paddlesteamer Riverbank Riverboat Steamer Suspension 1936 Kingdon
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This photograph, taken on August 16, 1936, showcases the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, England, as seen from the riverbank. The image transports us back to the 1930s, a decade marked by economic hardship yet also by remarkable engineering feats. Designed by the visionary Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the Clifton Suspension Bridge is an enduring symbol of human ingenuity and perseverance. Spanning the picturesque Avon Gorge, the bridge connects the Clifton and Leigh Woods areas of Bristol. Its elegant suspension design, with its distinctive towers and graceful arches, has captivated visitors for generations. In this photograph, the bridge stands proud against the backdrop of a tranquil river scene. A paddle steamer, or paddlesteamer, glides along the Avon River, its paddles churning up the water as it passes beneath the bridge. The steamship, a common sight on the river during the 1930s, adds a touch of nostalgia to the image. The Clifton Suspension Bridge was a groundbreaking engineering achievement when it opened in 1864, and it remains an enduring testament to Brunel's genius. This photograph, taken over 60 years later, serves as a reminder of the bridge's enduring allure and its role as a beloved symbol of the city of Bristol.
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