277. America Drills Through Hell’s Gorge (Part 5)
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Challenges and Triumphs of the Panama Canal
This chapter delves into the daunting engineering challenges faced during the construction of the Culebra Cut, highlighting the dangers and human cost involved. It also discusses the significant moments surrounding the canal's completion in 1914, juxtaposed with the onset of World War I and its impact on American-Panamanian relations. The narrative further explores the political ramifications of U.S. actions in Panama and the evolution of perspectives on American imperialism, particularly during the Carter administration.
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