How Newport looked in the 50s and 60s during development
Here are some amazing pictures of Newport construction during the 50's and 60's that give us the iconic landmarks we know today.
Construction work on the George Street Bridge (Image: NQ) For example, the George Street Bridge. Construction began in 1962, and the bridge officially opened on April 9, 1964.
The bridge is an iconic landmark and was the first cable‑stayed cantilever bridge built in the UK.
It also stands at a massive 171 foot.
Crowds gather for the opening of the George Street Bridge (Image: NQ) Another piece of iconic Newport construction during this period of development was the Brynglas Tunnels.
Brynglas, which translates to 'blue hill' in English, was officially under construction from September 1962 to May 1967.
The ambitious project was carried out as part of the city's M4 development.
Inside one of the Brynglas Tunnels during the construction (Image: NQ) It's estimated around 79,000 vehicles drive through the Tunnels per day which surpasses the original design capacity of about 30,000 per day.
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