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Interesting facts about the Tower Bridge:
1910
The high-level walkways, which were designed so that the public could still cross the Bridge when it was raised, were closed down due to lack of use. Most people preferred to wait at the bottom and watch the bascules rise up!
1912
During an emergency, Frank McClean had to fly between the bascules and the high-level Walkways in his Short biplane, to avoid an accident.
1952
A London bus had to leap from one bascule to the other when the Bridge began to rise with the bus still on it.
1977
Tower Bridge was painted red, white and blue to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee. (Before that, it was painted a chocolate brown colour).
1982
Tower Bridge opened to the public for the first time since 1910, with a permanent exhibition inside called the Tower Bridge Exhibition. The Walkways were glazed for the first time to house the new Exhibition.
1993
The centenary exhibition - The Tower Bridge Experience opened, featuring animatronic models telling the story of Tower Bridge.
1994
Tower Bridge became available to hire for parties and receptions.
2002
The current Tower Bridge Exhibtion opened, refocusing on the magnificent views from the Walkways and the history of the Bridge.
2003
Tower Bridge Exhibition came of age celebrating its 21st Birthday!
Three stitched photos
More information: http://www.towerbridge.org.uk |
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I made a little workshop. I hope that is ok for you. just working with sharpness, saturation, reduce noise and everything is fine. you can see more details on the windows, the bridge, etc...bye!
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