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The recent inspection of the Panama Canal works by M De Lesseps, 1886. Creator: Unknown
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The recent inspection of the Panama Canal works by M De Lesseps, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The recent inspection of the Panama Canal works by M. De Lesseps - Reception of M De Lesseps in Cathedral Place, Panama, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"
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Businessman Canal Civil Engineering Construction Construction Industry Crowds Engineering Entrepreneur Ferdinand De Lesseps Ferdinand Marie De Lesseps Inspecting Inspection Panama Panama Canal Reception
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The Recent Inspection of the Panama Canal Works by M. De Lesseps
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is an intriguing photograph taken in 1886, capturing a significant moment in the history of civil engineering and international diplomacy. The image, published in "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," shows Ferdinand Marie Vicomte de Lesseps (1805-1894), the renowned French entrepreneur and diplomat, receiving a grand reception in Cathedral Place, Panama. De Lesseps, dressed in formal attire, is seen standing in an architectural archway, surrounded by a crowd of men in various stages of business attire. The archway, adorned with intricate architectural features, adds an air of grandeur and importance to the scene. The background is filled with a bustling crowd, suggesting the industrial activity and excitement surrounding the construction of the Panama Canal. At the time, De Lesseps was in Panama to oversee the progress of the Panama Canal project, which aimed to create a sea-level waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The project had faced numerous challenges, including engineering difficulties and financial struggles, but De Lesseps remained committed to its success. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the determination and vision of a man who would stop at nothing to make his dream a reality. The Panama Canal, completed in 1914, remains an engineering marvel and a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of those who dared to imagine a world connected by water. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in the construction industry and international relations.
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