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William Poulos's avatar

Fantastic.

John S's avatar

Interesting read. Thanks. One wonders at the gall of man to conceive such a project, much less build it.

Oz's avatar

Yes. Inspiring

Warbling J Turpitude's avatar

Gobsmackeroo'd with delight (and of course real awe) to read this.. Shared with many. Your work is a treat sir, a total treat Long may you (wait for it ) put out!

Oz's avatar

🫡

Antonios Sarhanis's avatar

Excellent post.

I often come out of books that focus on a big thing not really remembering much because there are too many details. This post is the opposite: tight, focussed, and something I'll remember.

Oz's avatar

Thanks legend!

Richard's avatar

Well done! In addition to the largest man made lake, Gatun Dam was the larest in the world, too. Lots of superlatives when discussing facts about the canal.

My childhood home; and on Google Maps I can still find a building I helped build in what was Ft Clayton, not far from Miraflores Locks.

Oz's avatar

Nice!

GD's avatar

What a story. And several echoes of the world today. Thank you for sharing this.

Oz's avatar

Yes.... ive been considering what the equivalent would be for Australia today

Stephen Schecter's avatar

Great piece of writing that makes me want to go through the canal to see it at work. Thank you.

Oz's avatar

Thank you!