Covered bridges are an idyllic symbol of rural America.

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Why Were Old Bridges Covered?

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C overed bridges are an idyllic symbol of rural America. Despite their dispensability in the age of concrete and steel, these old wooden bridges continue to be beloved landmarks, their distinct roofs making them easily recognizable even today. But what exactly led to their proliferation in decades past?

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