For the people pictured here, they became part of Sunderland history when they attended the pedestrian opening of the Northern Spire bridge. They took the opportunity to be some of the first to walk on the new crossing, which opened to traffic a day later (August 29).
Three Sunderland-built Nissan vehicles, including the Qashqai and 100% electric Leaf, were the first to travel across the bridge after the ribbon was cut.
Did you head along to the opening, and what do you remember about it? Join us for a trip down memory lane as we remember the early days of the now-iconic landmark.
See if you can spot any familiar faces in our photo gallery.
5. On your bike!
Cyclists test out the road on the Northern Spire bridge, ahead of its opening to traffic. Photo: Chris Booth
6. Altogether
Coming together for a milestone moment in Sunderland's history. Photo: Chris Booth
7. Say cheese!
A photo to remember the occasion - August 28, 2018 as the bridge opens to pedestrians. Photo: Chris Booth
8. Selfie mode
Visitors to the bridge get a selfie with the-then council leader, Graeme Miller. Photo: Chris Booth