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Panama Canal: Scene during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the canal, showing West Indian labourers purchasing refreshment. Wood engraving 1888
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Panama Canal: Scene during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the canal, showing West Indian labourers purchasing refreshment. Wood engraving 1888
529968 Panama Canal: Scene during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the canal, showing West Indian labourers purchasing refreshment. Wood engraving 1888.; Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38406476
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1888 Attempt Canal Central Civil Labourers Lesseps Panama Purchasing Refreshment West Wood Material
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This wood engraving from 1888 captures a scene during the ambitious attempt by de Lesseps to dig the Panama Canal. The image shows West Indian laborers taking a break to purchase refreshments, providing a glimpse into the challenging conditions they faced while working on this monumental engineering project.
The bustling activity in the scene highlights the central role played by these hardworking individuals in shaping the history of the canal. Their presence underscores the diverse and international nature of the workforce involved in this massive undertaking.
As ships pass by in the background, one can almost feel the energy and determination of these laborers as they strive to overcome obstacles and make progress on this groundbreaking civil engineering feat. The intricate details captured in this wood engraving transport viewers back in time to witness firsthand what life was like for those who labored tirelessly to dig through rugged terrain and navigate complex logistical challenges.
Through this historical print, we are reminded of both the human effort and ingenuity required to construct such a vital waterway that would ultimately connect two great oceans. It serves as a testament to perseverance, collaboration, and innovation in overcoming formidable obstacles for the collective benefit of global trade and transportation.
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