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Why were covered bridges covered?  Was it to shelter travelers or was it to protect the wooden structure of the bridge???  What's your guess?

 

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What popular name was given to these bridges?  Was it "Roofed Bridges"?  Or perhaps it was "Kissing Bridges"?  What's your guess?

 

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Careful study of the above bridge interior should give you a clue to both questions.



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