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What was the sum not to exceed for the purchase of the French canal property and equipment by the United States?
What was the sum not to exceed for the purchase of the French canal property and equipment by the United States?
$40 million
How did the U.S. acquire rights to build the Panama Canal?
How did the U.S. acquire rights to build the Panama Canal?
By collaborating on a revolution with Panamanian business interests and signing a treaty favorable to American interests.
What event led to the birth of the nation of Panama on November 3, 1903?
What event led to the birth of the nation of Panama on November 3, 1903?
A revolution collaborated on by Roosevelt and Panamanian business interests.
When did the Panama Canal officially open?
When did the Panama Canal officially open?
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What was the initial plan for the Panama Canal?
What was the initial plan for the Panama Canal?
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What were some of the challenges faced by the French during the construction of the canal?
What were some of the challenges faced by the French during the construction of the canal?
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Why was there a growing need for a canal in the Western hemisphere?
Why was there a growing need for a canal in the Western hemisphere?
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What was the impact of not having a canal across Panama?
What was the impact of not having a canal across Panama?
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What modern equipment did the French use during the construction of the canal?
What modern equipment did the French use during the construction of the canal?
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Who acted quickly after the French abandoned the building of the Panama Canal?
Who acted quickly after the French abandoned the building of the Panama Canal?
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