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Marching soldiers must break step when crossing bridges to prevent collapse

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Historical incidents, such as the 1831 collapse of the Broughton Suspension Bridge, demonstrated that rhythmic marching can induce dangerous mechanical resonance. Consequently, military rules have long required soldiers to break step when crossing bridges.

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en.wikipedia.org: Broughton Suspension Bridge

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Details the 1831 Broughton Suspension Bridge collapse from marching troops, prompting break-step orders.

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skeptics.stackexchange.com: Does a column of marching soldiers have to break their rhythm while crossing a bridge to prevent its collapse?

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Discusses mechanical resonance from marching soldiers and whether they must break rhythm.

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