High Bridge; Archivist Tom Owen
Season 6 Episode 20 | 26mVideo has Closed Captions
The High Bridge railroad bridge was once the country's tallest; Louisville history.
Though long since eclipsed, High Bridge between Jessamine and Garrard counties was once the highest railroad bridge in the country—and a popular tourist destination in its own right. University of Louisville librarian and historian Tom Owen talks about the history of the River City. A 2000 KET production hosted by Dave Shuffett.
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High Bridge; Archivist Tom Owen
Season 6 Episode 20 | 26mVideo has Closed Captions
Though long since eclipsed, High Bridge between Jessamine and Garrard counties was once the highest railroad bridge in the country—and a popular tourist destination in its own right. University of Louisville librarian and historian Tom Owen talks about the history of the River City. A 2000 KET production hosted by Dave Shuffett.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
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