1966 Press Photo Queen accompanied by Prince Philip Opened Bridge

The Queen opens the new ~8million severn Bridge: The Queen accompanied by Prince Philip today officially opened the new ~8million new suspension Severn Bridge, linking England with Wales. The Bridge, forming part of the M4 London - South Wales motorway, is over a mile long is the seventh largest bridge in the world, and the third in Europe. Photo Shows The Queen and Prince Philip share a joke with Mrs. Barbara Castle, Minister of Transport, and other officials during the opening ceremony.

Photo measures 10 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 09-09-1966.



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