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United States starts the construction of Panama Canal after a French company first attempt
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The congress of Colombia rejects the treaty
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The new Panama republic is recognized by the United Stated
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The congress of Panama sign the Hay Herran treaty, now the United States is allowed to continue the construction of the Panama canal
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In this book William Scott says that about 86 nationalities were coexisting in the Panama Canal building
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United States continue with the construction of the canal
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In one year, 1,250 homes, hospitals, administration buildings, and recreation centers are built. 1,200 buildings that had belonged to the French are rebuilt. He further encourages women and families to come to the Canal.
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President Roosevelt is the first president to make an official visit outside the U.S
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The works are finally over
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This was symbolized by the vapor "Ancón" crossing
