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THE STORY OF PANAMA AND THE CANAL IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
06 / 2009
9781104667269
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The Story of Panama and the Canal is a comprehensive historical account of the Isthmus of Panama and the construction of the Panama Canal. Written by Charles Harcourt Forbes-Lindsay and originally published in 1907, this book covers the earliest explorations of the region by Spanish conquistadors, the establishment of the Panama Railroad, and the political and financial struggles that led to the creation of the canal. Forbes-Lindsay delves into the engineering challenges faced by the builders of the canal, including the need to create a system of locks to raise and lower ships through the mountainous terrain. He also explores the impact of the canal on international trade and the geopolitical implications of its construction. The book is filled with detailed maps, photographs, and illustrations that help to bring the history of Panama and the canal to life. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Central America, transportation infrastructure, or the global economy.With Full Account Of All Canal Projects And A Detailed Description Of The American Enterprise.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world?s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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