Photographic Print : Panama Canal construction, 1893 C013 / 9095
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Panama Canal construction, 1893 C013 / 9095
Panama Canal construction, 19th-century artwork. The first attempt to build a canal to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans was made by the French at sea level from 1881 to 1889. This attempt failed and fell into ruins due to poor planning, and the effects of malaria and yellow fever. The excavation machines were sold to the US in 1904, and construction resumed on a new route, including locks, a dam and an artificial lake. The Panama Canal opened in 1914, having broken many engineering records. Artwork from the 11th volume (first period of 1893) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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11"x8.5" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating Panama Canal construction print from SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY. This 19th-century artwork, titled "Panama Canal construction, 1893 C013 / 9095," showcases the intriguing history of one of the world's most iconic engineering feats. Witness the determination and innovation as the first attempt to build a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans was made by the French, from 1881 to 1889. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 27.9cm (7.1" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the ambitious yet ill-fated construction of the Panama Canal in 1893. The artwork, featured in the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree, showcases the first attempt made by the French to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans through a sea-level canal. However, this pioneering endeavor ultimately succumbed to poor planning, rampant diseases like malaria and yellow fever, and fell into ruins. The image depicts an abandoned scene of colossal engineering machinery that was once used for excavation but now lies derelict amidst overgrown tropical vegetation. It serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges faced during this large-scale project. After its failure, these excavation machines were sold to the United States in 1904. Subsequently, construction resumed on a new route with locks, a dam, and an artificial lake. This monumental effort finally led to the opening of the Panama Canal in 1914 - breaking numerous engineering records along its path. As we gaze upon this historical illustration from over a century ago, it transports us back to witness both triumphs and setbacks encountered during one of mankind's greatest feats of civil engineering. The print stands as a testament to human resilience and determination while highlighting how technological advancements have shaped our world throughout history.
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