Framed Print : The Canal at Mindi
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The Canal at Mindi
Part of the canal is successfully constructed such as this stretch at Mindi, but this is the year when the French are forced to abandon their operations
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Media ID 610864
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1889 Abandon Canal Canals Constructed Forced Operations Panama Stretch Successfully Year
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "The Canal at Mindi" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the year when the French were compelled to abandon their canal construction efforts. The partially completed waterway stretches before us, a testament to the perseverance and determination of those who dared to build it. This exquisite framed print is a stunning addition to any home or office, offering a glimpse into history with its intriguing story and beautiful detail. Embrace the allure of the past with this captivating piece from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Panama Canal, specifically at the stretch located in Mindi during the year 1889. The French effort to construct the canal through the Isthmus of Panama, which began in 1881, had faced numerous challenges due to the harsh terrain and climate, as well as the logistical complexities of transporting building materials and equipment across the isthmus. Despite these difficulties, progress had been made in certain areas, as evidenced by this successful stretch of the canal at Mindi. However, the year 1889 marked a turning point for the French endeavor. The financial strain of the project, exacerbated by the high death toll among workers due to disease and accidents, forced the French government to abandon their operations. The failure of the French attempt to build the canal through Panama is often attributed to the engineering challenges posed by the jungle terrain and the unpredictable weather. However, this photograph serves as a reminder that the project's demise was also due to the immense logistical and financial hurdles that the French faced. The photograph itself is a testament to the determination and ingenuity of the French engineers and laborers who worked tirelessly to construct the canal. The image shows the intricate system of locks and channels that had been built, as well as the workers and equipment that were essential to the construction process. Today, this stretch of the canal at Mindi stands as a historical reminder of the early attempts to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Isthmus of Panama. The successful construction of the Panama Canal by the United States, which began in 1904 and was completed in 1914, would ultimately fulfill this ambitious vision and transform global trade and transportation.
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