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PANAMA CANAL: CULEBRA CUT. An old French excavator at the Culebra Cut, Panama Canal
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PANAMA CANAL: CULEBRA CUT. An old French excavator at the Culebra Cut, Panama Canal
PANAMA CANAL: CULEBRA CUT.
An old French excavator at the Culebra Cut, Panama Canal. Photopostcard, c1900
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1890s 1900 1900s Decade Culebra Cut Excavation Latin America Machine Panama Postcard Vintage Turn Of Century
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This vintage print captures a significant moment in the history of the Panama Canal: the Culebra Cut. Taken around 1900, it showcases an old French excavator at work in this monumental engineering project. The Culebra Cut, also known as Gaillard Cut, was one of the most challenging sections to construct due to its rocky terrain and unstable slopes. The image transports us back to the early days of excavation when progress relied heavily on machinery like this French excavator. Its imposing presence against the backdrop of lush Latin American landscape highlights both human ingenuity and nature's formidable obstacles. The postcard-like quality adds a touch of nostalgia, reminding us that this photograph is not just a historical document but also a memento from another era. It serves as a testament to turn-of-the-century technology and craftsmanship. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let's appreciate the immense effort required to shape such an ambitious project. The Panama Canal stands today as an enduring symbol of human determination and innovation, forever changing global trade routes.
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