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    Roosevelt oversaw the realization of a long-term U.S. The reason why there a passageway across the panama is because of spain they possibility build a canal . the U.S. was also interested in building a interoceanic canal which in 1887 the U.S. was regiment t o sent a survey nicaragua as a possible for the canal.then in 1889 the maritime canal company was ask to build a canal either in nicaragua or panama they choose nicaragua and so the construction was begun.by 1893 maritim canal company lost it funding

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    1502, Panama was explored and discovered by Columbus and then later on by Balboa in 1513. In the 16th Century, Panama was probed by Spain and Spanish became its official language. In 1821, Panama joined the Republic of Gran Colombia; a joint union of Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. In the colonial days, to be able to import and export goods between South and Central America, they have to operate through Panama. 1903 a treaty was signed between Panama and the U.S. to have U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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    Climate Change in Panama Home to vast tropical rainforests, an immense variety of animal and plant species and the seaway that connects the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, Panama relies heavily on all these resources for its economy. However, environmental challenges threaten the sustainability of these assets and therefore create a significant problem for the country. This paper will examine the effect of weather and climate change on Panama coupled with a

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    The Country of Panama: One of the Most Beautiful Places on Earth This essay is about the country of Panama. Panama is located in Central America and is known for its forest and mountains. I am going to tell you about what makes this country great, it’s climate, tourist locations, the history of this country and how the people of Panama’s culture differs from the american culture. On the fifteenth of August 1519, a Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias Dávila established the capital city of the Republic

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    motivation to make a shortcut, and in 1848 the United States built the trans-Panama railroad to satisfy this need (“Panama, city, Panama”). The railroad required a ship to dock and unload the cargo, and then another ship to

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    Lesseps came up with the idea of making a canal through Panama. However, the French ended failing because of the obstacles that came their way. Later on the U.S. wanted to continue building the canal, plus they had more to gain from this canal. They got the permission to build a canal through Panama and began working. Of course many obstacles were faced, but finally on August 15, 1914, the canal was completed. Everyone was saying that the Panama Canal would change the face of

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    The Panama Canal is an important part of Panama and United States history. The Panama Canal was constructed in order to make the journey from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean shorter. This is extremely important because it shortens the journey for cargo ships making them financially more efficient. The Panama Canal was once owned by the United States but is now owned by Panama. The Panama Canal is a perfect example of countries working together for a common goal. Although the canal was not

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    a bridge over water is difficult, but building a bridge made of water is nearly impossible. Just over a century ago, a massive water way was constructed in the country that is now called Panama. This canal dramatically reduced shipping time and helped America’s Navy ships move swiftly from sea to sea. The Panama Canal is a spectacular feat in engineering that connects two oceans through fifty miles of land boosting worldwide economy, especially in the shipping industry. In 1850, the Clayton-Bulwer

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    The world changed when there was a canal built in Panama in Central America. It was the longest canal that anyone has ever tried to build in that time. While many people searched for a way through in years earlier, no one thought to build a canal across. Other countries viewed this chance taken by the U.S. a worthless process because France made an attempt, but failed. Once it was built, people around the world viewed Panama as an important part to their economy.Many looked at the U.S. as a hero

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    Introduction: In this assignment I will first explain the Panama Canal modernization and then I will discuss about the industry experts/forecasters prediction about its impact on east and west coast of U.S. followed by the detailed analysis to evaluate the accuracy of the prediction. Furthermore, based on the analysis, I will present my opinion for rejecting or agreeing with the forecaster’s prediction of the panama canal’s positive impact on intermodal traffic market share of east coast ports and

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