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Since its completion in 1930 the Ounasjoen silta has silently witnessed history unfold. It has seen the peaceful flow of the Kemijoki River and the bustling life of Rovaniemi. But the Ounasjoen silta also witnessed the destructive fury of World War II. In October 1944 retreating German troops blew up the bridge, a scar of war etched into its structure. For years, the Ounasjoen silta lay broken. But the resilient people of Rovaniemi rebuilt their beloved bridge. The new Ounasjoen silta, a symbol of their unwavering spirit, was inaugurated in 1951. Today the Ounasjoen silta stands as a testament to Rovaniemi’s strength and its ability to rise from the ashes. It serves as a poignant reminder of the past. And it stands as a symbol of hope for the future.

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