Happy Monday to everyone. Last week, we decided to remind you of all the great freight we have in the Midwest with some trivia. Jon Caywood answered our first question almost immediately, so we’ll give everyone another shot today.

The first railroad bridge crossing the Mississippi was completed on April 22, 1856. It was reported that the folks in Rock Island, IL and Davenport, IA cheered … now the people of eastern Iowa could reach New York City by rail in no more than forty-two hours!

But just two weeks after the bridge opened, there was a major problem. Was it:

a) Faulty construction caused the central span to collapse.

b) The bridge was hit by a steamboat.

c) Agents for the steamboat interests destroyed the central span with dynamite.

Let us know what you think … and check back later to see if you got it right.

And if you're a top Midwest flatbed driver, call us today at 800-543-8923. Be safe on the road, and thanks for playing!