15 août 1914 - Openining of the Panama Canal
Description:
he rush of settlers to California and Oregon in the mid 19th century was the initial reason for the U.S. desire to build an artificial waterway across Central America. In 1855, the United States completed a railroad across the Isthmus of Panama, causing various parties to propose canal-building plans.The Panama Canal shortcut made it possible for ships to travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in half the time previously required.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
15 août 1914
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 110 ans