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The Panama Canal - cover

The Panama Canal

Frederic J. Haskin

Publisher: e-artnow

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Summary

The construction of the Panama Channel was a laborious and difficult undertaking from many perspectives. This book provides the chronicles of the great construction, paying special attention to the technical, political, social, and economic specifics. According to the author, the book aimed to evoke the pride of the American nation in one of the greatest construction works in the history of mankind.
Available since: 12/01/2023.
Print length: 2515 pages.

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