History: The Panama Canal (1914) joined the Atlantic and Pacific…

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Did you know? The Panama Canal (1914) joined the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans — shortening the San Francisco-New York sea voyage from 22,500 km to 9,500 km. 25,000+ workers died of malaria and yellow fever during construction. The water level differs 26 metres through 12 locks — a marvel of early civil engineering.

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The Panama Canal (1914) joined the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans — shortening the San Francisco-New York sea voyage from 22,500 km to 9,500 km. 25,000+ workers died of malaria and yellow fever during construction. The water level differs 26 metres through 12 locks — a marvel of early civil engineering.

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