bascule bridges
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Tower Bridge
London, England
1886-94
Completed in 1894, this bascule bridge with an unusual Victorian Gothic design has become a beloved London landmark. Fine views of the River Thames, Tower of London, and the city can be enjoyed from its upper walkways.
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Broadway Bridge
Portland, Oregon
1912-13
When completed in 1912, the Broadway Bridge in Portland was the longest bascule span bridge in the United States.
