The Summit Venture & Sunshine Skyway Bridge
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For ad-free listening, subscribe to the Into History Podcast Channel, at https://www.intohistory.com/shipwreckspod. On the morning of May 9, 1980, the large freighter Summit Venture smashed into the Sunshine Skyway Bridge...
show moreOn the morning of May 9, 1980, the large freighter Summit Venture smashed into the Sunshine Skyway Bridge while entering Tampa Bay, Florida. The center section of the southbound span was destroyed, killing 35 motorists. This is the story of how it happened, and the tragedy it left in its wake. Rich's guest co-host for this episode is his wife Dawn.
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Author | Rich Napolitano |
Organization | Richard Napolitano |
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