Caption on back of postcard reads: "Rumsey Bridge spanning the historic Potomac at Shepherdstown, W. Va. This bridge, connecting West Virginia and Maryland, was officially opened with appropriate ceremonies and pageant, depicting James Rumsey trying out his steam propelled boat, July 15, 1939. The hill in the background is Ferry Hill and lies in the state of Maryland. This bridge replaced a toll bridge destroyed by the disastrous flood of 1936." Published by Naturecraft. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

Rumsey Bridge Over Potomac River, Shepherdstown, W. Va.

Identifier:: 044441
Title:: Rumsey Bridge Over Potomac River, Shepherdstown, W. Va.
Description:: Caption on back of postcard reads: "Rumsey Bridge spanning the historic Potomac at Shepherdstown, W. Va. This bridge, connecting West Virginia and Maryland, was officially opened with appropriate ceremonies and pageant, depicting James Rumsey trying out his steam propelled boat, July 15, 1939. The hill in the background is Ferry Hill and lies in the state of Maryland. This bridge replaced a toll bridge destroyed by the disastrous flood of 1936." Published by Naturecraft. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)
Acquisition Method:: Acquired
Medium:: postcard
Projects:: West Virginia History OnView