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The Tay Rail Bridge

The centre section of the first bridge collapsed, taking with it a train. At least 75 lives were lost on the evening of 28th December 1879. Investigators eventually found out that the columns supporting the bridge were of poor quality.

The second bridge was built parralel to the first. 14 men lost their lives due mostly to drowning during the construction. It was opened 13th July 1887 and is still in use today.

 

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