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American Experience  The Panama Canal

The Panama Canal connects the world's two largest oceans. Details

 
 

Program: American Experience

Episode: The Panama Canal

On August 15, 1914, the Panama Canal opened connecting the world's two largest oceans and signaling America's emergence as a global superpower. The story of the canal features a delightful cast of colorful characters ranging from an indomitable President to visionary engineers to tens of thousands of workers from around the world, rigidly segregated by race.

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Duration: (1:22:11)
Premiere Date: 04/03/2012
Episode Expires: Fri 24 Jan 2014
TV Rating: NR


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