Pierre Laporte Bridge

The Pierre Laporte Bridge was originally named the New Quebec Bridge.

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The bridge was renamed in honour of Quebec Vice-Premier Pierre Laporte who was kidnapped and murdered during the October Crisis of 1970.

Related Topics:
Quebec - Premier - Pierre Laporte - October Crisis - 1970

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The Pierre Laporte bridge is the longest main span suspension bridge in Canada. It crosses the Saint Lawrence River approximately 200 m (650 ft) west of the famous Quebec Bridge between historic Quebec City and Levis Quebec.

Related Topics:
Suspension bridge - Canada - Saint Lawrence River - Quebec Bridge - Quebec City - Levis - Quebec

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It was constructed for the Province of Quebec, Department of Roads in a joint venture with the private firm of Parsons Transportation Group.

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It carries Quebec Autoroute 73, north from Quebec Autoroute 20, the Trans Canada Highway, to Quebec City and Quebec Autoroute 40, and northwards towards Saguenay, Quebec.

Related Topics:
Quebec Autoroute 73 - Quebec Autoroute 20 - Trans Canada Highway - Quebec Autoroute 40 - Saguenay, Quebec

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