What is the nickname given to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge after its collapse in 1940?
Falling Freddie
Galloping Gertie
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Answer
After its collapse in 1940, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge was nicknamed "Galloping Gertie" due to the vertical movement of the deck during windy conditions. This event brought notoriety to the city.
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