1920 Poughkeepsie Bridge Spanning Hudson River

This striking 1920 postcard features the PS Washington Irving gliding beneath the Poughkeepsie Bridge—now known as the Walkway Over the Hudson. Stretching 1.28 miles and standing 212 feet above the river, the steel cantilever bridge was an engineering marvel of its time, linking Poughkeepsie on the east bank with Highland on the west. Originally built as a railroad bridge in the late 19th century, it played a vital role in freight and passenger transportation before being repurposed in the 21st century as a scenic pedestrian walkway.

The Washington Irving, one of the Hudson River Day Line’s most elegant steamers, was named for the famed author and offered luxurious passage along the river. In this image, the steamboat sails gracefully under the massive span, symbolizing the harmony between industrial achievement and leisurely river travel. The postcard captures a golden moment when the Hudson River was both a working artery and a place of relaxation and grandeur. dates between 1910 and 1920.

This postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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