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Bridge Opening (1974)

On September 19, 1974 a new era began.

The opening of the Fort Vermilion Bridge across the Peace River attracted hundreds of guests. Seasoned ferry operator Archie Mercredi guided the Fort Vermilion Ferry beneath the bridge on its last run at Fort Vermilion.

Fort Vermilion Heritage Centre 990.4.74.68                         Provincial Archives of Alberta Collection J1487/2

 

 

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Acknowledgements: Summer Career Placement Program staff, Keith Klassen (2004/2005) & Jordan Lambert (2006) and

Marilee Cranna Toews of the Fort Vermilion Agricultural Society