The Albert Bridge by cfulton
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In 1886, the first bridge ever built on the Albert Bridge site collapsed, causing a single fatality. A temporary wooden bridge was erected until the present day when the bridge was built. The present bridge was designed by Mr J. C. Bretland, the Borough Surveyor of Belfast at the time, and was constructed by Messrs Henry of Belfast on behalf of Belfast Corporation, at a cost of £36,500. All of the cast iron including the decorative lampposts were made in Derby by Andrew Handyside & Co. It was opened in 1890 and named after Queen Victoria’s grandson, Prince Albert Victor, who laid a foundation stone in 1889.
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Again, thanks to the internet, I am learning about places I visited three months ago!
Clive
Comments (11)
Faemike55
Very cool shot and great information
debbielove
36,000, seems a good deal lol A great shot, really well taken Clive.. There is an Albert Bridge in Stamford as well.. I think you got a shot? Rob
jayfar
A great shot of this lovely old bridge.
durleybeachbum
I like those roof-lines!
awjay
a lovely color
blinkings
Bridges are a thing we modern folk all take for granted! How hard life would be without them.
ArtistKimberly
Beautiful,
auntietk
I love those low arches. So elegant!
Blush
Great pic Hugs Susan~
MrsRatbag
It's a lovely bridge, and a great shot. I'm curious about those airplane tailfins on the buildings beyond...
kgb224
Stunning capture Clive. God Bless.