Calumet River Swing Bridge, 1963

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In 1963, this railroad swing bridge over the Calumet River east of Torrence Avenue was damaged by a boat. The damaged bridge is seen here swung open.

Photographer: John McCarthy
Source: Chicago Historical Society (ICHi-37369)

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