From the archives: What we had to say about the Key Bridge opening in 1977

As it is with most things we take for granted, the shocking collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge has reminded us, now that it’s gone, how vital the structure was to the region’s operations. Its loss, along with the effect of the wreckage on the Port of Baltimore, has threatened the livelihood of thousands of workers and caused supply chain disruptions along the East Coast. Many area residents have reached out to share personal connections to the landmark.