S1·E3 The Panama Canal
Synopsis
Chronicles one of the most incredible engineering feats of all time: construction of the 51-mile canal that took 10 years to build and employed over 40,000 workers, 6,000 of whom died of yellow fever, malaria, and other horrors. An earlier, 9-year attempt by the French ended in failure and cost 20,000 lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 3 of Modern Marvels air?
Season 1, Episode 3 ('The Panama Canal') originally aired on March 4, 1994.
How long is Season 1 Episode 3 ('The Panama Canal')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in Modern Marvels Season 1 Episode 3?
Chronicles one of the most incredible engineering feats of all time: construction of the 51-mile canal that took 10 years to build and employed over 40,000 workers, 6,000 of whom died of yellow fever, malaria, and other horrors. An earlier, 9-year attempt by the French ended in failure and cost 20,0...
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