1960: The Opening of a Bridge in Pennsylvania’s Capital City

January 22, 1960

A steel girder bridge in Pennsylvania’s capital city of Harrisburg was officially opened. The multi-lane John Harris Bridge carries Interstate 83 and that region’s Capital Beltway across the Susquehanna River.

This bridge was specifically named after John Harris Sr. (1673-1748), a prominent trader and ferry operator in that area. Harrisburg was likewise named in his honor.

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For more information on the John Harris Bridge, please check out https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Harris_Bridge