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Today in History: May 27, the Golden Gate Bridge opens

Also on this date, Doris “Dorie” Miller became the first African-American to receive the Navy Cross for displaying “extraordinary courage and disregard for his own personal safety” during Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor.

Thousands hike across the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA. on May 27. 1937, as it was opened to pedestrians for a preview before opening to vehicles.(AP Photo)
Thousands hike across the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA. on May 27. 1937, as it was opened to pedestrians for a preview before opening to vehicles.(AP Photo)
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The newly completed Golden Gate Bridge connecting San Francisco and Marin County, California, was opened to pedestrian traffic (vehicles began crossing the next day).

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