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news El Financiero 2026-03-25

98 years of history of a suspension bridge

The International Suspension Bridge Miguel Alemán-Roma has reached 98 years of operation, a remarkable feat of engineering and a symbol of the bond between Texas and Tamaulipas. For over five decades, the bridge was a vital artery for trade, culture, and daily life, connecting families who crossed it to work or study. Its unique design makes it the only suspension bridge of its kind to survive on the Mexico-US border, earning it a place as a priceless cultural treasure.


El pasado 1 de marzo, el Puente Internacional de Suspensión Miguel Alemán-Roma alcanzó un hito admirable: 98 años de mantenerse como guardián de acero y madera sobre el río Bravo. <p>El pasado 1 de marzo, el Puente Internacional de Suspensión Miguel Alemán-Roma alcanzó un hito admirable: 98 años de mantenerse como guardián de acero y madera sobre el río Bravo. Inaugurado en 1928, esta estructura no es solo una proeza de la ingeniería civil de principios del siglo XX, sino también el símbolo máxi...

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