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Culebra Cut
At work on the Culebra Cut : half hidden is one of the steam shovels digging out the bottom of the canal : the bridge is a temporary erection during construction
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Bottom Canal Canals Culebra Digging Erection Half Hidden Panama Shovels Temporary
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This historic photograph captures the momentous progress of the Panama Canal construction project in 1913, specifically at the Culebra Cut. The image shows a steam shovel diligently working at the bottom of the canal, its massive size only half-revealed as the earth around it is being excavated. In the background, a temporary bridge stands erected, providing a crucial transportation link during the construction process. The Culebra Cut, located in the Panama Isthmus, was a particularly challenging section of the canal project due to its steep sides and the need for extensive excavation. The use of steam shovels, like the one depicted in the photograph, was instrumental in overcoming these challenges. These powerful machines, operated by skilled laborers, were able to move vast quantities of earth and rock, enabling the canal to be carved through the isthmus. The temporary bridge in the photograph was essential for the transportation of materials and workers to and from the construction site. Despite its temporary nature, it underscores the immense logistical challenges faced during the canal's construction. The bridge's presence also highlights the continuous effort to keep the project moving forward, as work on the canal progressed relentlessly. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Panama Canal, a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. The canal, completed in 1914, revolutionized global trade by connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, significantly reducing the time and cost of transporting goods between the two. Today, it remains an engineering marvel and a symbol of international cooperation.
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