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The Construction of Key Bridge Connecting Georgetown and Rosslyn

Learn about the construction of Key Bridge, connecting Georgetown and Rosslyn, from 1917 to 1923. See a photo of the bridge under construction with the Washington Monument in the distance.
Congressman Donald Rumsfeld in 1969
President Johnson signs the 1968 Civil Rights Act - April 11th, 1968

Key Bridge was being built between Georgetown and Rosslyn. Construction started in 1917 and completed in 1923.

Below is a shot from Georgetown looking towards the Washington Monument, which you can see in the distance.

Key Bridge under construction
Key Bridge under construction

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