Memorial to Bridge Victims

Photograph

SCCHS

Memorial to Bridge Victims - Collasped 1871

Name/Title

Memorial to Bridge Victims

Entry/Object ID

238.17

Description

Memorial to Bridge Victims. Bridge collasped during construction, 1871, 17 workers carried to their deaths. A stone plaque says the monument was erected by employees of the St. Charles Bridge Co. The 17 victims names are listed on the plaque.

Create Date

June 22, 2016

Update Date

March 26, 2026