jun 22, 1902 - Congress decides on Panama route for canal (June 1902)

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Colombian gov’t declines US offer- $10 mill & 250k annual payment for 6-mile wide zone; Impatient Panamanians ready to revolt again, already revolted before, Wanted wave of prosperity to follow canal construction, feared that US would turn to Nicaragua to build route;

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