Albion, New York: Marker: Albion Bridge Collapse of 1859 (Gone)
An understated historical marker headlined "Calamity" marks the spot where too many people once crowded onto a bridge to watch a tightrope walker.
- Directions:
- Just south of the canal bridge, on the west side of Hwy 98/Main St.
- Hours:
- August: Reported gone, marker missing.
- Admission:
- Free
- Status:
- Gone
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The marker seems to be missing, at least for now.
[Ryan, 08/20/2017]On September 28, 1859, while watching a tightrope walker cross the Erie Canal, a wooden bridge collapsed under the weight of the crowd. 15 people were killed. Several others were injured, as well as horses.
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