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c1950\'s 35mm Slide Pittsburgh Fort Duquesne Bridge Construction River Barge
The image captures a significant moment in Pittsburgh\'s industrial and infrastructural history, showcasing the construction of the Fort Duquesne Bridge over the Allegheny River. is the partially submerged, collapsed section of the Manchester Bridge, which was demolished in 1970, showing this photograph was taken during the late 1960s or early 1970s. The foreground reveals a dark barge on the river, positioned near a vegetated riverbank with a paved road and concrete barrier.
In the midground, the distinctive steel arch of the Fort Duquesne Bridge dominates the scene, with its vertical suspension cables clearly visible. Beyond the main bridge, industrial buildings with multiple smokestacks and varied rooflines line the far riverbank, showing the city\'s manufacturing heritage. The background consists of hazy, tree-covered hills under a light blue sky, showing an overcast day.
This slide offers a unique perspective on urban development and the transformation of the Pittsburgh skyline. The composition effectively contrasts the old infrastructure with the new, providing valuable insight for collectors of historical cityscapes and bridge construction. The film stock exhibits some dust and minor scratches, but the overall detail and color rendition remain good. SKU: A2-4-03
