Historical eventMarch 262024

Francis Scott Key Bridge (Baltimore)

The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed following a collision between the MV Dali container ship and one of the bridge's support pillars, killing 6 people.

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When
Tuesday, March 26 20242 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
21st century · 2020s
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Dates: From 2024.

What happened

The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed following a collision between the MV Dali container ship and one of the bridge's support pillars, killing 6 people.

March 26 through the years

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When did Francis Scott Key Bridge (Baltimore) happen?

March 26 2024 — 2 years ago, on a Tuesday.

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