It was back in 1796 when the first Wearmouth bridge was built and it was safety tested by having soldiers march up and down.
Since then, the iconic landmark has seen City status, Olympic torches, Tall Ships displays and a marathon race.
It’s an event-packed tribute and see if you can remember all of these moments.
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5. Match day in 1955
Football supporters crossing Wearmouth Bridge in 1955 for another day of SAFC action. | National World
6. Pictured in the 60s
Traffic on Wearmouth Bridge at night in September 1961. Photo: Bill Hawkins. | Bill Hawkins Photo: Bill Hawkins
7. A look back to 1965
This iconic scene features a train going over Wearmouth Bridge in 1965. Find out more about Sunderland's rich rail heritage in the new Shots!TV film. | se
8. World Cup memories
Italian fans pictured on Wearmouth Bridge in Sunderland, ahead of a game at Roker Park in 1966. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo