The United States And The Panama Canal (1882)

By Axel Carl Johan Gustafson

Book Overview

The United States And The Panama Canal is a historical book written by Axel Gustafson in 1882. It provides a comprehensive account of the United States' involvement in the construction of the Panama Canal, which was considered one of the most significant engineering feats of the 20th century. The book delves into the political, economic, and social factors that drove the United States to undertake this massive project. It also explores the challenges that the engineers and workers faced during the construction of the canal, including disease, natural disasters, and labor disputes. Gustafson's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in American history, engineering, or international relations. Overall, The United States And The Panama Canal is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the United States' role in shaping the modern world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437161480
• ISBN13: 9781437161489
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"